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Shola Ameobi open to Newcastle United Academy role

The club's legend has been linked to one of three new roles in the Magpies’ youth set-up, which he has shown interest in

Shola Ameobi says he will welcome a coaching role with Newcastle United Academy.

The former Nigeria international has been linked with one of three new roles in the Magpies’ youth set-up.

The 37-year-old who made 397 appearances for the Magpies, scoring 79 goals currently coaches Newcastle kids and is delighted to give back to the club that ‘invested’ in him.

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"The Academy stuff is something I have always done.