Frank Clark: "James came through the Academy system at Nottingham Forest, and he's a promising young player.
"And I'm quite surprised Forest let him go.
"No one's guaranteed to be a success in the Premier League, but he's had a good upbringing at Forest, and perhaps he needs a move.
"He's been part of the furniture, and moving to the Premier League is fantastic for him. He'll be thrilled.
"Colin Calderwood will know James very well – he was a regular under him.
"He and Chris Hughton will have done their homework, and I hope he's a big success at Newcastle United.
"He played left-back a lot last season, which isn't his favourite position.
"He's more a midfield player, really. He's just as comfortable at right-back. He can play in a number of positions."
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Like Tommy Cassidy, he suffered because of the boo-boys late in his career. Broke a leg when he was a youngster and did well to fight back into the team. Fairs Cup winner in 1969. Brian Clough took him on a free and Frank's career took off. Won a Championship, 2 League Cups and a European Cup winners medal with Nottingham Forest. Born in Highfield, Consett. Signed from Crook Town.