Oh yes ... our 'insider' at St James' Park told us he was causing trouble ... and we told YOU on this site.
But the e-mails arrived saying he would "never cause trouble at Newcastle", and we should get our facts right.
Well, these ARE the facts:-
Bassong has been fined a fortnight’s wages by Newcastle United for refusing to travel to Dundee at the weekend.
United imposed the maximum fine on the wantaway player because they were unhappy with his attitude.
Although the club refused to make any official comment today, a source told the Chronicle: “As far as the club is concerned he is under contract with Newcastle United.
“And if he fails to turn up for a game then the necessary action must be taken.”