Sam Allardyce said his striker was not available for loan, and it was thought the ex-Toon boss had tried to snap up the striker.
Roeder Claims He Did Not Try And Sign Ameobi!
Glenn Roeder: "Shola Ameobi is a player that did exceptionally well for me.
"His record in the Premiership when he played for me is something very close to a goal every three games in the Premiership, if not slightly better.
"He is completely out of the frame at Newcastle.
"We haven't made any enquiries about him, but he is certainly a highly talented striker."