Newcastle defender Steven Taylor has signed a new five and a half year deal with The Magpies

"I joined the club as a boy and feel confident that I can fulfil all my professional ambitions here at my hometown club. 

"Throughout the past few months I have never lost hope that everything could be sorted and that I could stay here and play for this fantastic football club. 

"I would like to thank the fans for their support throughout the contract negotiations and I'll look to repay them with my performances in the black and white shirt.  

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