A lot of Newcastle United fans have rushed to comment on a post from Shay Given that included a link to an article with quotes from the former Toon goalkeeper about the proposed takeover of his old club.
The article by the Evening Chronicle includes quotes from Given’s interview with Sky Sports‘ The Football Show. (14/05/2020, 10:55)
The former Toon goalkeeper, who made 449 appearances for the club, says that this potential takeover would be “great for the Premier League” and that it was “exciting times for Newcastle fans”.
The 44-year-old also said that it would be “very special” if the Premier League approve this deal.
This post from Given drew a lot of attention from many Newcastle fans.
Would you want Given back at the club if the takeover happens?
Yes, he is a legend
No, time to move on
— Shay Given (@No1shaygiven) May 14, 2020
Hope your right shay ??
— David Geddes (@dgeddes21) May 14, 2020
Hopefully you will be invited back to SJP in some capacity Shay.
— John Clarke (@johnc_DCS) May 14, 2020
Better not fall through
— Jason R (@JasonReid1995) May 14, 2020
You’re a legend Shay!?
— Bill Sheehan (@BillSheehan83) May 14, 2020
Let’s hope it goes through 1st before we start dreaming of “exciting times”
— Adam Dobbo (@Dobbo3011) May 14, 2020
Will you come back when Ashley does go shay ?
— Matty Duggan (@mattyduggan) May 14, 2020
KINGG
— lewis ? (@lewisVthree) May 14, 2020
What do we think?
Given spent 11 and a half years on Tyneside and judging by the replies, he is clearly adored by many Newcastle fans, and he sounds excited about this proposed takeover.
The deal for Amanda Staveley’s Saudi-backed consortium is currently with the Premier League going through the required checks after a deposit was paid.
It appears as if Given as well as many Toon fans are waiting for the Premier League’s decision.