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Bassong expected to move on

10 Jun 2009 - 14:11:36

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Newcastle United defender Sebastien Bassong is reported to have decided to leave the relegated club due to concerns about the future direction of the Magpies.

The 22-year-old moved to Tyneside from Metz last summer and was one of few players to enhance his reputation during a turbulent campaign.

Following confirmation of the club's relegation, Bassong initially hinted that he was prepared to stay put, but it appears that he has now had a change of heart.

The Journal quoted a source close to Bassong as saying: "Sebastien is devastated by the madness at the club and wants to go.

"He cost the club hardly anything and feels he has justified his transfer fee.

"The club is unsure who will be the owners next season, there is no manager and, as much as he enjoys working with Alan Shearer, there are no guarantees that he will be the manager next season.

"Sebastien is a top-class professional and just wants to develop his career."