Striker Admits Major Mistake At St James' Park That Cost His Career!
Offiong: "You can lose your focus.
"Everything is there on a plate and it's easy to take it for granted.
"It's pretty hard for young players when you're surrounded by a comfortable environment.
"You might not push yourself as much as you should, but I've learned from it and I'm a better player now.
"I was at Newcastle from U-14 level and left when I was 20.
"I wouldn't say I thought it was a cakewalk, but I just thought that I had made it and my chance would come.
"You feel like you're owed a chance, but no-one has to give you anything. You need to earn it yourself."