Source: Daily_Mail
Alan Pardew wants Fabricio Coloccini to sign Newcastle United deal
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew is hoping Jonas Gutierrez's decision to sign a new long-term contract will persuade skipper Fabricio Coloccini to do the same.[LNB]The 28-year-old Argentinian midfielder this week put pen to paper on a four-year deal and Pardew, who had hoped to persuade Kevin Nolan, Jose Enrique and Joey Barton to stay on Tyneside this summer, is keeping his fingers crossed that compatriot Coloccini will follow suit.[LNB] Skipper: Fabricio Coloccini took over as Newcastle captain this summer[LNB]The central defender will lead the Magpies into Barclays Premier League battle at Wolves tomorrow hoping to extend their eight-game unbeaten start to the season.[LNB]Pardew said: 'Of course Colo is on the agenda, there is no doubt about that. He's had a terrific start as captain.[LNB]'We have a different look to the team and he is part of that, and securing Jonas will only help in the process of trying to secure Coloccini.'[LNB] Leading the way: Compatriot Jonas Gutierrez signed up last week[LNB] FIRING LINE: Brucey bonus for Kean as Sunderland boss is new favourite for the axeEXCLUSIVE: Va Va Toon! Midfielder Cabaye is destined to be a big hit at NewcastleAll the latest Newcastle United news, features and opinion[LNB]
