The question on Tyneside is quite plain and simple ... WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR FRED?
Will Beckham stay at the Bernabeu Stadium? Who cares?
Roeder: "David Beckham is a fantastic player, but we are not and will not be involved in any negotiations to bring him to Newcastle United."
The midfield is where we have no problem - Kieron Dyer, Scott Parker, Nicky Butt, Emre, James Milner, Nolberto Solano, Damien Duff and Charles N'Zogbia competing for places with youngsters Matty Pattison, James Troisi and Alan O'Brien. It's defence and up front we need quality.
Roeder handed over his list of players LAST August, and Shepherd left it too late. Another list went on the chairman's table two months ago! If we have the money ... what is the problem?