mattypnufc Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Hatem Ben Arfa has paid tribute to the Toon Army after his Newcastle United career came to a dramatic end on deadline day. The French playmaker has kicked his last ball for the Magpies after signing for the Tigers on loan with his contract up at the end of the season on Tyneside, when he will be a free agent. But he contacted the Chronicle through his representatives to make an emotional farewell to Geordie fans. Ben Arfa wrote: “To the Toon Army I want to pass on my thanks to all the fans that supported me during my time at the club and living in a city that will be forever in my heart. “Thank you also to everyone at NUFC and to Hull for making this loan happen.” Ben Arfa says he has no bitterness towards the Magpies, despite being made to train with the reserves since July. He said: “I wish Newcastle the best of luck. I hope they have a good season.” The France forward is now focused on his mission at the KC Stadium and looking forward to working with Steve Bruce. Ben Arfa’s deal was made possible by the Tripe S Agency, who also represent Wayne Rooney and Tim Krul. Ben Arfa said: “I can’t wait to launch my career again with Hull and Steve Bruce. I thank him for the trust he has shown in me bringing me to this club.” The 27-year-old though signed off his letter with: “Howay the lads.” Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest firetotheworks Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 France playmaker admits Newcastle United will "forever" be in his heart and holds no grudges against the club. Hatem Ben Arfa has paid tribute to the Toon Army after his Newcastle United career came to a dramatic end on deadline day. The French playmaker has kicked his last ball for the Magpies after signing for the Tigers on loan with his contract up at the end of the season on Tyneside, when he will be a free agent. But he contacted the Chronicle through his representatives to make an emotional farewell to Geordie fans. Ben Arfa wrote: “To the Toon Army I want to pass on my thanks to all the fans that supported me during my time at the club and living in a city that will be forever in my heart. “Thank you also to everyone at NUFC and to Hull for making this loan happen.” Ben Arfa says he has no bitterness towards the Magpies, despite being made to train with the reserves since July. He said: “I wish Newcastle the best of luck. I hope they have a good season.” The France forward is now focused on his mission at the KC Stadium and looking forward to working with Steve Bruce. Ben Arfa’s deal was made possible by the Tripe S Agency, who also represent Wayne Rooney and Tim Krul. Ben Arfa said: “I can’t wait to launch my career again with Hull and Steve Bruce. I thank him for the trust he has shown in me bringing me to this club.” The 27-year-old though signed off his letter with: “Howay the lads.” Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaylorJ_01 Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Is that the full letter? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaylorJ_01 Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Cares about the club more than most players we've had - makes a change Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicane Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Pretty much my favourite player from the last 8 years or so since Shearer retired. Thanks for the memories Hatem Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimburst Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 More than most of the players we still have... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueStar Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Ben Arfa’s deal was made possible by the Tripe S Agency, who also represent Wayne Rooney and Tim Krul. Ryder man, 95% of the words in the article were written by Ben Arfa and you still sneak in a fuck up Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Interpolic Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Tripe S Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueStar Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 His spell checker obviously doesn't pick up tripe, otherwise all his articles would be highlighted in red. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Interpolic Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZWQ3YOMtJaM/UEsnJKgjdkI/AAAAAAAACo0/miO-N7XEaFA/s320/black-kid-oh-snap.gif Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiquidAK Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 No. No I don't accept this. He'll sign again in the summer once Pardew is gone. It's happening and I won't be told otherwise. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sempuki Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Sad to read that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slim Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Are we going to send a letter back to the chronicle in response from the fans Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest firetotheworks Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 For all that I love him, you can't really write on behalf of a full set of fans. If I was going to write back to him I'd do it just from me tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueStar Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 For all that I love him, you can't really write on behalf of a full set of fans. If I was going to write back to him I'd do it just from me tbh. We could write one word each like those stories you used to do when you were kids. I'll start. Dear... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest firetotheworks Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 "Bimpy474 • 35 minutes ago Reading this made me cry even more than when Mrs Bimpy stood on my foot last year" IP will love this. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Interpolic Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 :lol: 100 times funnier than any actual bimpy quip as well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Interpolic Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 There's not a chance Jack Flash isn't responsible for that btw. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Flash Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Hello. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Interpolic Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Hi bbz. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hughesy Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Far too many people seem to be regurgitating the crap about Hba not producing enough or working hard enough. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ste Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 I hope Hatem now works hard and gets his name back after it was damaged by Pardew. Show the world his quality. What a shame he didn't get the chance to do that here, it'll be one of those that people speak about for years. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanj Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 I'll never forget what Pardew did to the fella. Hell I wonder what CH is thinking about this - the man signed him and basically put him in a "go on and play son" role immediately Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Flash Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Been given #30 if anyone is after a shirt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 How in the fuck is Pardew here, and Ben Arfa is gone. What's the point of this sport if there is no place for HBA in a team bereft of creativity. I fucking despise Pardew. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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