While all that is missing is the formalization to record his departure to Al-Ahli, Allan Saint-Maximin has surely lived his last days in the colors of Newcastle. Arrived at the Magpies in 2019, the former ASSE played 123 matches and scored 13 goals.
On his social networks this Saturday, the 26-year-old French striker posted a touching message to supporters and the Newcastle club: “4 years ago I wore the Newcastle shirt for the first time. At that point, I didn’t realize that not only was I about to become a Newcastle player, but I was also about to become a Geordie. You might think “beautiful farewell message”, but the feeling is deeper than any words I could say, from the first months I met the people of this city, I really understood them and I embraced their unwavering passion, which is why it was so important to me to give it my all and if that meant playing injured or even not making stats, I didn’t care as long as it helped my team. Believe me, I fell for Newcastle, I had great opportunities to leave during the dark days, but it was too late, I was already in love, I wanted, I needed, I had to stay to help my team save the club from relegation to the Premier League, because it meant the world to me. (…) I have read all your messages, thank you and even if this chapter is over, the story does not end Never. Newcastle are home now i will continue to be your biggest supporter i will watch every game and as long as the club keep winning i will be the happiest man in the world…and for sure you will see me again . I love you, I love you sincerely, I love you like a Geordie brother. Once a geordie, always a geordie.»
