‘We’ll see’ - Tim Krul flirts with possible Newcastle United return after announcement
Former Newcastle United goalkeeper Tim Krul announced his retirement earlier this week.
Tim Krul has left the door open to return to Newcastle United in some capacity after announcing his retirement.
It seems like only yesterday when a young 18-year-old starred in a man-of-the-match debut performance against Palermo. Krul established himself as first-choice goalkeeper five years later and went on to make 184 appearances for the Magpies.
He left Newcastle permanently in 2017 but remains an adopted Geordie following his 11 years on Tyneside. Earlier this week, Krul announced his retirement after three years as a substitute goalkeeper at Norwich City and Luton Town.
Tim Krul discusses future plans
Speaking to Dutch outlet NOS, Krul revealed he has taken training to become a sporting director. He said: “I had to hand in projects, give presentations and sit in class again. It was fun, but completely outside my comfort zone.
“I had calls from the Netherlands and also from a bit further away, but I wanted to stay in England. That wasn’t possible. Sometimes you have to make the cut yourself.”
A possible Newcastle United return?
Krul also left the door open for a possible Toon return, with NewcastleWorld reporting in June that he would not make a comeback as a goalkeeper. He added: “It’s still a great club, eleven years at Newcastle is quite something. Those would be great things, but we’ll see where I go in the coming years.”
Tim Krul retirement statement
“As I hang up my gloves after 20 incredible years as a professional football player, I want to take a moment to reflect on my journey,” he wrote on Instagram. “From joining Newcastle as a 17 year old boy, to representing Holland on the international stage.
“I have truly lived the dream I had as a young boy every match, every training session, and every rollercoaster moment has shaped me into who I am today. Thank you to the clubs, coaches, teammates, my beautiful family, and most importantly you fans for your support throughout my career.
“I am excited for the next chapter and will always cherish the memories made on the pitch. Here’s to new adventures off the pitch! Thank You.”