Bowyer deal done and dusted - He is on his way

By Matthew Jones
May 24 2003

Arsenal and Chelsea were linked with the former Leeds United player yesterday, as were Aston Villa, but Newcastle United staff went to London to try and settle the deal. they were sucessful, and Lee Bowyer is coming to St James Park!

After an anxious week, Newcastle have finally got their man after heading to London to try and tie things up.

The 26-year-old midfielder has agreed terms on a £30,000-a-week four-year deal after manager Sir Bobby Robson and chairman Freddy Shepherd went to meet him face-to-face.

Bowyer is currently away on holiday and will undergo a medical when he gtes back before completing the formalities of the move.

"Freddy Shepherd and Sir Bobby Robson met with the player yesterday to finalise matters," said a club spokesman. "They are confident that Lee will be an asset to Newcastle United.

"The club is moving forward to a new era with confidence as it continues to build on its recent successes in the transfer market, developing a talented array of players within its squad."

Lee Bowyer will carry a 6 game European ban for stamping on Malaga midfielder Gerardo last season.