Sol Campbell targets success with Newcastle after agreeing one-year contract

28 July 2010 11:07
After snubbing Arsenal, Celtic and Sunderland, Campbell expressed optimism the good times could be just around the corner for a club fresh from spending a humbling season in the Championship following relegation from the Premier League.[LNB]"The club wants success and I want to be part of that," Campbell, 35, said. "I think that if you get the right players in I am sure that success will come.[LNB] Related ArticlesSol Campbell: from Portsmouth to NewcastleEverton reject tardiness plot claims over GoslingNewcastle to sign CampbellAmeobi: I can cope with demands of Premier LeagueNewcastle step up hunt for Ben ArfaNewcastle sign Everton's Gosling"At this stage of my career I couldn't have wished for a better move. To join a club such as Newcastle, with its proud tradition, heritage and magnificent support, is absolutely tremendous."[LNB]The move means a re-union for Campbell with former Tottenham colleagues, Newcastle manager Chris Hughton and his No2 Colin Calderwood.[LNB]"I'd like to thank Chris Hughton for putting his faith in me and aim to repay him and the supporters by giving everything I possibly can to help re-establish this great club in the top-tier of English football," added Campbell, who won two Premier League titles with Arsenal.[LNB]"I've played at St. James' Park numerous times and always found it a fantastic place to play, there's always a tremendous atmosphere. There's a real buzz about the place and that's great."[LNB]Hughton, yet to appoint a skipper, hinted Campbell could fit the bill. "I've known Sol since he was a lad at Tottenham and am fully aware of what he has to offer - experience, quality, calm assurance and leadership," Hughton said. "He's a dedicated professional, a terrific addition to the squad." [LNB]

Source: Telegraph