Newcastle United Upset with the Sacking of Hughton
Posted on 07. Jan, 2011 by admin in Premier League
Despite leading the club towards the Championship title last season and bringing them to 11th at the Premier League table, Hughton was relieved of his duties on Monday, December 6, at St. James and St. James Park.
In a statement that was issued by the club, it was mentioned that they are looking for someone who has “more managerial experience”.
Kevin Nolan, Newcastle’s captain, admitted that the players are still in a state of shock after Hughton was sacked. In an interview, he said that they were all upset that Hughton was leaving the team, primarily since he was able to help most of the players with their careers first as their coach and later on, as their manager. He said that they would never forget their promotion from the Championship in the last season and that they would be continuing to do what he has told them.
Nolan also praised how Hughton conducted himself, revealing how he wished the players well throughout the remainder of the campaign.
Nolan further added, “Chris was gutted about what had happened. You could see that, but it said so much about him that, even though he was obviously disappointed to be going, he was still telling me and Joey that we had to make sure we had a good season.
There was such dignity about the way he left, which is how he conducted himself while he was the manager.”
Sol Campbell, veteran defender, has also expressed his dismay regarding the sacking. In an interview, he said, “Chris is such a lovely guy – top man. This will hit the players hard”.
He said, “The players admired him, and liked him, and won’t be happy now he’s gone like this”.
Peter Beardsley, the reserve team coach would be taking charge of the team until they find a replacement, with Martin Jol reportedly one of the strongest contenders after leaving Ajax on Monday.