He put arm around me and made me work harder
players when I say it’s the same for them. But it is what it is, whether he feels his time is up is down to him. I tend to stay out of business and words you see flying about on the deal.
“I look at them and think ‘What does that mean?’
“Anyone I’ve ever spoken to who has met him says he’s been sound with them as well but obviously the majority of the fans don’t like him. They just want their club to be successful. It’s a sticky topic, to be fair.”
Project Restart is another issue generating plenty of debate, with Shelvey’s
JONJO Shelvey has hailed the performance of Steve Bruce in the Newcastle United dugout this season.
The former Manchester United captain was on the end of a frosty reception when he was first appointed, but the Geordie head coach has guided the club to a stable position.
Bruce’s efforts came despite having just a few weeks to team-mate Danny Rose having voiced his disquiet about returning to play while the country is still in the grip of the coronavirus pandemic. Shelvey says he just wants to know whether the season is restarting or not now, but he is in prepare for the new season and not being able to put his stamp on recruitment.
However, Bruce’s side were last in the relegation zone back in October and were eight points clear of the drop when the season was suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Speaking to Talksport, Shelvey was asked about the job done by Bruce, and the midfielder said: favour of returning.
“I just want there to be a decision now. Either play or cancel the season. It’s got to the point where you’re training, trying to motivate yourself. I’ve got no problem going back and playing behind closed doors.
“I know there’s so much risk but if everything’s done right I don’t have a problem with it.”
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“It’s been great to be fair.
“Every time you get a new manager you feel refreshed and recharged and ready to go again.
“When you get a new manager it’s like the first day back at school. Everybody is trying to run around and look busy. You want his attention and to try to make an impression.” Shelvey also reflected on daily life under Bruce and said: “The training and standard has gone up. “He’s brought an enjoyment into the training but he’s been great for me. He put his arm around me and made me work harder.”