United star’s emotional statement
ALLAN Saint-Maximin has shared an emotional statement reflecting one of his most ‘difficult’ seasons as the Newcastle United fan favourite admit he is facing a ‘turning point’ in his career.
Saint-Maximin has seen his influence wane since United’s takeover and Eddie Howe’s appointment, having previously been one of the team’s stars under Steve Bruce.
Saint-Maximin posted: “When I joined @nufc in 2019, nobody understood my choice. I always believed in this club, as soon as I step onto the pitch, the fans directly adopted me. I gave everything on the pitch to keep the team at the highest level.
“I am grateful that some people remember that. When the club has been bought by the new owners, the fans finally got what they deserved!
“I want really want to thank all of my best supporters for supporting & believing in me, it’s because of you that I wake up everyday more determined than ever but even the people that criticize when it’s fair, because sometimes the negative is beneficial to get up.
“I always tried my best to help the club in the best way possible, even by playing injured... This year has been one of the most difficult year emotionally, you are not able to know that as I keep personal things for myself, but I lost some really important people, and that is nothing compared to all the things that happened in my life this year...
“I am now entering a turning point in my career and I will give everything until the end to achieve my dreams. I won’t be able to forget everyone that love me for who I am and believe in me,
“Thanks to everyone for the support, whatever happens, I will always give everything when I, step on to the pitch.”