Newcastle Boss Denies Beattie Interest

By Matthew Jones
May 10 2003

Although he admitted that he WAS looking to strengthen his squad, Sir Bobby Robson last night also claimed that Newcastle are not chasing James Beattie. He wants to go for someone with that little bit of quality. Just like Man Utd and Arsenal.

Beattie Bid Denied

Newcastle United have dismissed all reports regarding Southampton striker James Beattie. Apparently Newcastle are not chasing the England ace.
Newcastle boss Sir Bobby Robson denied the story last night regarding an increased £12M bid, but did admitt that he was looking to strengthen his squad over the summer.
"Acquire a stronger, more quality depth of player, that's the answer," he said.
"You can change the chairman, you can change the manager, but you would have the same problem.
"That's what they (Manchester United and Arsenal) have got. They have just that little bit extra quality. That's what we're searching for."
Robson added: "If you say to me what do we have to do to get near to Arsenal and Manchester United, it's to improve the depth and quality of our pool."

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