Hughton: Promotion first.
“We are a third through the season, so it is difficult to be thinking about the Premier League,”
“I know it will continue to be very tough. Our one objective is to get through this campaign and gain promotion. If we are fortunate enough to get promoted I think there are issues which can be dealt with at that time.”
Of course, the issue of how much control Hughton has on who comes into the club has been something the thorny issue for some fans since Mike Ashley’s statement on having the “final say” (as all owner’s ultimately do anyway). Touching on this, Hughton remarked:
“I have been told it’s for me to identify the players I want.
“I have no fears of bringing somebody in on loan or on permanent deal. If I feel it’s right I will put it to the board and hope to get their backing.”
Hughton then moved on to current loanee, Marlon Harewood and Toon supporters. Harewood has struggled on occaision since his latest move, after having a rather barren spell in terms of first team appearences at Villa and on loan at Wolves. He has needed time to come back into full focus, but seemed to be getting back into the swing of things in the last game against Peterborough United. On Harewood, Hughton remarked:
“Marlon got a good reception when he came off against Peterborough and that was a result of his hard work.
“The Newcastle fans want to see nice football and their team winning football matches.
“But, what they always want to see is players that are giving 100 per cent and putting themselves about.
“And Marlon put in a workmanlike performance for the team in that game and I think the fans appreciated that.
“If he can start adding a few goals to those sort of performances then Marlon will be a hit here.”
Well, if Harewood and other recently struggling hitman, Peter Lovenkrands come back into full form, and not forgetting the very recent signing of another winger / striker, Fabrice Pancrate, there’s going to be quite a few frontmen for Hughton to pick from in future games, and a much better situation on the flanks too.
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That is all that matters, for now.
Think Chris could have a future in politics , he gives a numerous interviews and say`s nothing, not easy.
Guy`s a survivor, how many years at Spurs ?
Definitely between a rock and a hard place during his time a the Toon, guess he makes Ashleys life easier, no demands.
Well, he is managing, isn’t he?
I like the way he gives nowt away chuck.
Is that a good thing in your book?
hughtons right, the only worry for now should be securing promotion, nothing else is important.
Personally I would like to know more about what is happening after the press conference. With Hughton I know nothing more than I did at the start.
The problem with Chris Hughton is that he is too stable and keeps getting on with his job and talking about football. Newcastle United supporters want pompous egos who strut around the stage and put on a show. People who are full of sound and fury, but usually signifying nothing much.
That is the stereotypical view of a Newcastle fan. I don’t mind Hughton talking about football but I would like a bit more information.
“Sol was at a function and he was asked the question. He has on a couple of occasions shown a desire to come to Newcastle.
“We are not aware what the situation is at the moment. As far as we know, he’s still a Notts County player on their registration.
“All the things we are aware of – most of it is coming from Sol.”
That is what Hughton said about Campbell but that does not tell us if Hughton wants him, he doesn’t want him or anything I would want to know.
worky comment 6.are you a newcastle supporter,from that comment you wouldnt think it.
i shouldnt of sayed supporter i should of says fan.
hitman says:
November 22, 2009 at 8:45 am
worky comment 6.are you a newcastle supporter,from that comment you wouldnt think it.
He is Hitman but he makes statements like that to get a reaction – It’s getting tedious.
“The mangerial maestro”…..
Blimey! Even if you meant to say “managerial maestro” it’s stretching it a bit eh?
LOL
My mentioning Hughton said little, was no way a negative statement.
Face it what the hell can you expect from someone in his position.
As far as i am concerned he is doing a remarkable job , all things considered and the fact we lack a PR dept., someone has to be the spokesperson.
Hitman & Stuart
Actually i find Workey to be fair minded for the most part and quite amusing .
Even if he does steal lines from Shakespeare
Tedious is what you guy`s are.