00:00Of course there's things going on behind the scenes. He will be aware he's in the news every day and I'm sure that's not easy for anyone in that situation.
00:10Conversations that happen between Alex and the club or Alex and myself will stay private for obvious reasons.
00:17We do share a really good relationship with him. He's been magnificent for us for as long as he's joined.
00:23He's very popular in the dressing room, as I've said before. We'd love him to continue his journey at Newcastle.
00:31And I think all I would say on the broader picture is whatever happens has to be right for Newcastle.
00:38We're in a very strong position financially. We're determined to be successful. We're ambitious.
00:45We've got a great season ahead of us. I think I said against Celtic after the game, I certainly hope he stays.
00:52And I said I was confident that it stays. I don't see anything that's going to change that opinion of mine at the moment.
00:58But it's football and who knows what the future may bring.
