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Sean Longstaff Admits Emotional Goodbye to Newcastle United, Joins Leeds United

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Sean Longstaff's 19-year association with Newcastle United has come to an end after he completed a move to Leeds United. The 27-year-old midfielder, who made 214 appearances for the Magpies, admitted that it was an "emotional" goodbye to his boyhood club and some of his closest friends, including Dan Burn. Longstaff, who scored memorable goals against PSG and Southampton under the lights at St James' Park, said that while it was a "tough one" to leave, he felt it was the right time to move on. Leeds United's desire to sign him was a major factor in his decision, as he acknowledged that sometimes you don't get that feeling from your current team. Newcastle United's manager, Eddie Howe, praised Longstaff's commitment to the club, stating that losing him was a "tough one" because of his strong connection to the team.

Key Takeaways:

  • Sean Longstaff made 214 appearances for Newcastle United, scoring memorable goals against PSG and Southampton under the lights at St James' Park.
  • Longstaff admitted that walking away from some of his closest friends at Newcastle United was "really sad" and an "emotional" experience.
  • Longstaff felt it was the right time to leave Newcastle United, seven months after his last league start, and acknowledged that Leeds United "really wanted him".
  • Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe said losing Longstaff was a "tough one" because of his strong connection to the club.
  • Longstaff was given a nice send-off by the players and staff at Newcastle United, with some of his closest friends including Dan Burn.
  • Longstaff's departure marks the end of a 19-year association with Newcastle United, with the midfielder becoming the first of several transfer moves this summer.

Statistics:

  • Longstaff made 214 appearances in his 19-year association with Newcastle United.
  • Longstaff scored a memorable goal against PSG and Southampton under the lights at St James' Park.
  • Longstaff played his last league start for Newcastle United seven months before his transfer to Leeds United.
  • Newcastle United have completed several transfer moves this summer, with Longstaff becoming the first.

Sources:

  • ChronicleLive, Ciaran Kelly, Sean Longstaff Admits Emotional Goodbye to Newcastle United, Joins Leeds United.
  • Getty Images, New Leeds United signing Sean Longstaff poses for a photo.

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