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10 of the best Newcastle academy graduates

By Russell Hughes

Alan Hansen of Liverpool (right) attempts to challenge Paul Gascoigne of Newcastle United during their Division One football match held at Anfield, Liverpool on 21st December 1985. The match ended in a 1-1 draw. (Bob Thomas/Getty Images).
Alan Hansen of Liverpool (right) attempts to challenge Paul Gascoigne of Newcastle United during their Division One football match held at Anfield, Liverpool on 21st December 1985. The match ended in a 1-1 draw. (Bob Thomas/Getty Images). /
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Steve Howey

Despite being born in Sunderland, Steve Howey was signed by the Newcastle United academy and made nearly 200 appearances for the Tyneside club.

After joining as a striker, Ossie Ardiles converted the player to defence – where he excelled. Despite being missing often with injury, Howey was a first choice player for Kevin Keegan’s entertainers.

After leaving the Toon, the four-times capped England international played for Manchester City, Leicester City, Bolton Wanderers, New England Revolution and Hartlepool Town.

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