Pavel Names His Newcastle No 1

Last updated : 26 November 2012 By Footy Mad - Editor

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Pavel Srnicek: "It was fantastic when we were fighting Man Utd for the title. Then there was the camaraderie between all the people who worked in the club at that time, which was fantastic.

"When I was at Newcastle the last time, during the 2006/07 season, Tim was a young one and we lived on the same floor in digs because I was there for just one year.

"I know Tim from that time and beside him at the club was Fraser Forster, who is now playing also very well for Celtic.

"For me with young goalkeepers you have to look at it year by year. Where you are now and where you are next year.

"I think this is the same thing with Tim Krul. He's done really well but you hope he just keeps going and keeps his feet on the floor and continues because he's got big potential.

"It's difficult to say who the best player I played with at Newcastle was.

"David Ginola was fantastic when he arrived; the first six months were fantastic for him. Then there's Asprilla as well but the best? That would have to be Alan Shearer.

"During your career you meet a lot of people and you play for a lot of clubs but not many can stay in your heart. Newcastle will always be in my heart."