With the argument raging that Shay Given is set to hold a "showdown" meeting with Sam Allardyce when he returns from international duty (believe THAT if you will), Geremi rightly says no player can demand a place.
Geremi Know He Will Be Fighting For His Place
Geremi: "Being captain doesn't mean you're in the side every week.
"You still have to work and you still have to earn your place. Being captain is a responsible job. You have to be the man and set a good example.
"You still have to work and you still have to earn your place. Being captain is a responsible job. You have to be the man and set a good example.
"I decided to leave Chelsea because I wanted to join a club where I would get more games. I wasn't a regular in the team at Chelsea and, when I got the chance to come here, I didn't have to think for long.
"I spoke to the manager and he told me his plans and I agreed to come. It wasn't a difficult decision. I was delighted when he made me his captain. But I won't be in the Newcastle team unless I deserve to be.
"There are lots of matches in this league and there are the other competitions as well. We need a big squad and we need cover in all positions. If you're not playing, you need to rest and make sure you're right when you get your chance. What we have here is a squad that can compete in all the competitions."