Emre steps closer to Toon

By European Football
May 29 2005

Inter Milan star Emre yesterday took a step closer to Newcastle United by admitting that he would like to join them and saying he has a lot of respect for manager Graham Souness.

Speaking to the Corrie della Sera, Emre stated:

“I have had contact off several clubs, but a move to England interests me the most at this time. Although a move back to Turkey cannot be out ruled, I feel that I am seeking a new challenge and England will give me that.”

“Newcastle would be an interesting move, I have a lot of time for their manager and it’s a club that has not had the success it perhaps deserves. I spoke to some of the Turkish lads who played in England and they all agreed that the atmosphere and the fans there are something special, it would be an honour for me to play for a club like that.”

He refused to be drawn on his argument with the current Inter boss simply saying.

“These sorts of things get blown out of proportion, but yes I think it’s almost certain I am to leave, I will be sad of course to do so, this is a great club. But it is the right time.”