Opinion

It is said that in Ancient Greece they only ever asked one question, did he have passion? Jamaal Lascelles had this in abundance and was never shy in showing it.

After 12 years of service, the former Newcastle United captain has officially left the North-East, joining Championship side Leicester City.

Having struggled with injuries in 2025 and only featuring twice this season, it felt like a sensible decision for Jamaal Lascelles to leave the football club.

For Newcastle fans who endured tough times prior to the takeover and the revolution under Eddie Howe, there will be an element of sadness with this move.

Jamaal Lascelles stood up when times were difficult and played more than a significant role when Newcastle had to once again regain Premier League status under Mike Ashley’s ownership.

Lascelles joined Newcastle in 2014 from Nottingham Forest for around £4m. After being loaned straight back to the East Midlands club, it was evident that this transfer was for the future. It was another season of struggle for Newcastle under Mike Ashley, with the side having to beat West Ham United on the last day of the season to cement their position in...