Alan Shearer insists Michael Owen will be in 'dreamland' while playing under Newcastle manager Kevin Keegan.
Rift over between striker and manager, according to Shearer
Alan Shearer insists Michael Owen will be in 'dreamland' while playing under Newcastle manager Kevin Keegan.
Owen was highly critical of Keegan, whose first press conference since making a shock return as Magpies manager can be seen live on
skysports.com and
Sky Sports News from 2pm today, after playing under his new boss for England.
However, Shearer does not believe there will be a problem between the pair and feels that Owen will benefit from the creativity Keegan will bring to St James' Park.
"They are both adults and what was said in the past won't be a problem," Shearer said.
All over
"I think Michael wanted to play more games while Keegan was in charge of England - everyone does.
"But that is all over. I am sure Michael will love playing in a Kevin Keegan side because it will be designed to go forward, get balls into the box and score goals.
"And there are very few players better than Michael at putting the ball in the net.
"Newcastle haven't created a great deal of chances for him since he came to the club. But as long as he stays fit all that is about to change.
Rocking
"I know what it's like to play in a Kevin Keegan team. As a centre forward, you're in dreamland."
Shearer is also expecting Keegan to swiftly turn around Newcastle's flagging fortunes and is anticipating an exciting atmosphere on Tyneside for Saturday's home Premier League clash with Bolton.
"The place will be rocking on Saturday," Shearer added.
"Kevin's return is what everyone on Tyneside wanted. His personality and enthusiasm will get everyone going.
"He connects with people and he will certainly galvanise the dressing room."
