Newcastle United have confirmed the signing of veteran defender Sol Campbell from Arsenal.
The former England defender put pen to paper on a one-year deal after failing to agree terms on a new contract with Arsenal, who Campbell had re-joined in January.
“At this stage of my career I couldn’t have wished for a better move,” Campbell told the club’s official website.
”To join a club such as Newcastle United, with its proud tradition, heritage and magnificent support, is absolutely tremendous for me.
“I’d like to thank Chris Hughton for putting his faith in me and aim to repay him and the supporters by giving everything I possibly can to help re-establish this great club in the top tier of English football.
“I just want to play and can’t wait to get started. There’s a real buzz about the place and that’s great. I’ve played at St. James’ Park numerous times and always found it a fantastic place to play, there’s always a tremendous atmosphere.”
Campbell has a wealth of experience at the top level in England, having made 496 Premier League appearances in spells with Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal and Portsmouth. During that time, he won the League Cup once, the Premier League twice and the FA Cup on four occasions. He has been capped 73 times for England.
Newcastle manager Chris Hughton was delighted with the capture of Campbell, telling the club’s website, “I have known Sol since he was a lad at Tottenham and am fully aware of what he has to offer.
“That is experience, quality, calm assurance and leadership. He’s a dedicated professional, a terrific addition to the squad, and I look forward to working with him again.”
