QUINN: Shearer CANNOT Be Replaced


By Matthew Jones
June 24 2003

Nobody can replace Alan Shearer, according to Mick Quinn. James Beattie has been mentioned by the fans quite a bit, and Newcastle were linked to him not too long ago, but lets hear what Mick Quinn has to say... Former United goalscoring hero, Micky Quinn, has warned Sir Bobby Robson that he faces a massive problem at St James' Park over the next few seasons - replacing Alan Shearer.

James Beattie's name has been mentioned, as the perfect replacement, but Quinn is convinced that there is only one Big Al.

Quinn said: "Shearer's been magnificent for Newcastle and I reckon he's still got a year or two left in him.

"Newcastle have got a bit of time to sort something out but the trouble is, I don't think there's an outstanding candidate ready to replace him.

"I don't think you can replace him.

"Who has the aggression, charisma and goalscoring ability of Alan Shearer.

"You just can't see it in anyone, although they'll have to try to get as close as they can to all three in someone."

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