Newcastle United : "In recent weeks we have become increasingly concerned about articles appearing in various national newspapers concerning Emre.Toon Fight Emre's Corner
Newcastle United : "In recent weeks we have become increasingly concerned about articles appearing in various national newspapers concerning Emre."Those articles have made various inaccurate and unfair comments on the case, and have ignored the basic principle that any person is presumed to be innocent until proven guilty. The conduct of certain sections of the press in ignoring that basic principle of fairness is deeply regrettable.
"It is the club's opinion that the content in these articles is highly prejudicial and seriously reduces the chances of the player receiving a fair hearing when he finally makes a personal response to the charge brought against him by the Football Association.
"Both the club and player have genuine worries that a trial through the media is effectively being conducted long before the actual hearing will take place.
"The club also wishes to reiterate that it has not been made aware of any further charges being brought or about to be brought against Emre by the Football Association."