Michael Owen on the secret condition in his contract with Newcastle: he was to return to Liverpool.
Michael Owen's Confession
According to The Sun: Michael Owen unexpectedly revealed that his move to Newcastle was dictated by a secret contractual agreement that could have brought him back to Liverpool. The former England striker left Anfield in 2004 for Real Madrid, but admits that after just one season in Spain, he was already eager to return to Merseyside.
“I always dreamed of coming back,” Owen said.
Ultimately, he signed a contract with Newcastle, thus ending his long wait.
This information from Owen serves as a reminder of how often players have an emotional connection to their former clubs. His desire to return to Liverpool demonstrates how important that stage of his career was for him. Such situations often spark interest among fans who are always eager to know about possible changes and the return of their favorite players to the clubs they support.
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