"Freddy Shepherd" (born 1942), is an England/English businessman and the former chairman of Newcastle United F.C./Newcastle United football club.

During his time at Newcastle, both as an active assistant to and later replacement of John Hall (businessman)/Sir John Hall as chairman for ten years, Shepherd proved an often outspoken and controversial figure, at times alienating the club's support.

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He was warned not to do it and he must suffer the consequences.

Bringing Michael to St. James' Park will rank alongside the signing of Alan Shearer as my proudest moment at Newcastle United.

There'll be no hiding behind excuses.

You should only say good things when somebody leaves. Robert has gone - good!

It is not about money. It is about a player thinking he is bigger than this club.

We know the fans really wanted Nobby back at Newcastle, and we listened to what they had to say.

We promised our supporters that we would sign a top-class striker and we have exceeded every expectation by signing Michael from Real Madrid on a four-year contract.

Newcastle girls are all dogs. England is full of them.

There is not much more we can do. We are waiting to hear from Owen and his adviser.