http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/football/teams/n/newcastle_united/4554522.stm Looks like we really don't have any transfer funds!!! I love Alan, he's been a hero for the club for quite some time, but I think he has reached the end of it now. This should be his final season, and he should hang up the boots with some dignity left. With that said, if we really can't sign anyone else, we may need him.