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

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."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. 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."The move means a re-union for Campbell with former Tottenham colleagues, Newcastle manager Chris Hughton and his No2 Colin Calderwood."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."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."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."

Source: Telegraph