Johnsen Delighted With Move to 'Giants' Newcastle

By Matthew Jones
September 17 2004

Norwegian defender Ronny Johnsen speaks about his move to Newcastle United. The incentive was the fact that Newcastle is a "giant club with ambitions". Johnsen is excited by the move and can't waot to get get started.

Johnson signed a short-term contract the club as the Magpies' search for a replacement for Jonathan Woodgate who recently moved to Real Madrid.

Johnsen told TV2:

''Newcastle is a giant club with ambitions, that I really want to play for.

''Now I can only smile. It's just such a big club and it will be exciting to play here.

''They want me out there as quick as possible, but I need some time.

''Time will tell when I can get my debut."

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