Klubben tecknar nya sponsoravtal
Newcastle United behålller sin huvudsponsor Northern Rock fyra år till medan man byter ut Adidas mot PUMA som tröjtillverkare.
I sommar går Newcastle Uniteds två största sponsoravtal ut och det glädjer nog alla involverade i klubben då pengarna från dessa är sedan lång tid tillbaka spenderade på skit, i folkmun även kallat Michael Owen.
Det är därmed tid att återigen kunna tillgodoräkna sponsorpengar i framtida säsongers intäkter och nu står det klart vilka det är som förser oss med pengarna. Först ut har Northern Rock som beträtt våra spelares bröst sedan 2004 tecknat ett nytt fyraårs avtal med klubben. Värdet på avtalet sägs uppgå till max £10 miljoner totalt.
Vidare så har det fjorton år långa samarbetet med Adidas kommit till sitt slut. Eller ja, det gör det i sommar. Därefter kommer PUMA förse klubben med bollar, vattenflaskor, träningsoveraller, souvenirerna och matchtröjor.
För er som vill läsa lite kommentarer i äkta "kliar du min rygg så kliar jag din" anda så har ni några här rörande avtalen:
Derek Llambias, ordförande i klubben:
"We are naturally absolutely delighted to have signed a new deal with Northern Rock plc and to have their logo adorn one of the most famous and iconic jerseys in world football from the start of the 2010-11 season.
"This alliance underpins the desire of two of the regions most well known names to continue to work together over the next four years.
"Sponsorship of Newcastle United is a proven commercial investment that not only generates significant media value for Northern Rock plc but also enables the bank to connect to customers at a local and national level.
"Newcastle United's aim is to return to the Premier League next season and we believe that collaboration will help both companies achieve our respective goals in the local, national and international marketplace"
Gary Hoffman, VD på Northern Rock:
"I am pleased to confirm that the new bank has become main sponsor of Newcastle United. There has been a long-standing relationship between Northern Rock and the club, which dates back to 2004, and it represents an important community link.
"The new contract will help keep the Northern Rock brand in the public eye and reinforce our strong roots in the North East region, a community we are immensely proud to support."
Barry Webber, klubbens kommersiella direktör:
"We are very proud to have entered into a relationship with PUMA. They are an ideal partner for us with the experience and ability to deliver a top class product for the Club and its supporters.
"With all of its proven technical experience, innovative product design and support systems, we are excited about the future and look forward to a successful partnership."
Tony Ward, ordförande på PUMA:
"We are delighted to be embarking upon a two-season partnership with Newcastle United which will give PUMA great exposure throughout the football community. With innovative product, referencing Newcastle's strong heritage, coupled with great service, we are confident of an excellent partnership.
"Newcastle United is a club with a passionate and loyal fan base and we look forward to the start of the new season and the new kit making its first appearance."
