Robson Talks About Nobby The "Urchin"

By Matthew Jones
April 16 2004

Newcastle United manager Sir Bobby has described former winger Nobby Solano as an "urchin" ahead of Sunday's match at Villa Park.

The Peruvian moved to Aston Villa for just £1.5M, and Robson expects him to cause some bother against his former side.  He has warned that Magpies' to be careful, but then goes on to praise Solano's attitude ahead of the game.

Nobby said that he will not celebrate if he scores a goal against Newcastle, and also claimed how much he likes area and it's fans.

Sir Bobby Robson said:

"Nobby was a very popular person here, and it was a very delicate situation when he left us. But the public must know that he wanted to go at the time, we said that back then.

"But I understand he has some very kind words to say about this club in the press, and while I admire him for that, it doesn't surprise me because Nobby Solano is a gentleman.

"He said nice things about the club and the people here, and that is appreciated. I just wish more players would have the same dignity and professionalism when they left clubs.

"If he plays on Sunday, he will cause problems and we'll have to deal with him. He's a trickly little player, he's an urchin!

"We're pleased the game is on Sunday to give us an extra day's recovery, and the players will appreciate that because we had a tough game on Wednesday.

"Aston Villa have enjoyed a week off since their last game, but that's the way the schedule is now and if you are successful in the cups you have to fit the games in."