Former Newcastle strikers Michael Owen and Alan Shearer have found themselves caught up in a bizarre Twitter spat.
This comes ahead of the release of Owen’s new book, in which he reveals that he did not want to complete a big-money move back to the Premier League from Real Madrid.
Shearer, a well-known, passionate Newcastle supporter, hit back on social media.
Twitter: Yes Michael, we thought that also, whilst on £120k a week….. @nufc https://t.co/bzzEDdjdN1 https://t.co/I4CdsQcKKr (@alanshearer)
Owen had his own bit to say, revealing that the former Magpies forward nearly completed a move to Liverpool.
Twitter: Not sure you are as loyal to Newcastle as you make out mate. I distinctly remember you being inches away from signi… https://t.co/P7A32alZdu (@themichaelowen)
The whole fiasco has left a number of fans on social media confused as they take in the drama.
Twitter: @themichaelowen @Carra23 OWEN SHOOTS. OWEN SCORES.
OVER TO YOU, ALAN. (@SirAlexFutbol)
Twitter: @themichaelowen @Carra23 Michael Owen bringing some heat! https://t.co/4zWRllye7G (@Chops8592)
Twitter: @themichaelowen Well done Michael. This is far and away the most interesting thing you’ve ever tweeted.?? (@MHard79)
Twitter: @themichaelowen Oh my god drama (@agbnufc)
Twitter: @themichaelowen Owen with the best shot since the Argentina game in 98 (@mr_gooner14)
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Owen has never really been a popular figure with Newcastle fans and after his latest revelations about his time at the club, it’s easy to see why.
Add to that, his decision to try and take on club hero Alan Shearer was never going to end well with the locals.
The whole charade made for some entertaining viewing among football fans in general, not only those affiliated to Newcastle United.
