England Under 21 star Jermaine Jenas.
Sunday, 30 March 2003.
We can reveal that Jermaine Jenas and Francis Jeffers have joined David Platt's Under-21 squad ahead of Tuesday night's crucial encounter with Turkey at St James' Park....
Sven released the duo on Sunday evening following discussions with David Platt. The news will be a huge boost to David who will be without both Shola Ameobi and Titus Bramble through suspension and Michael Carrick through injury.
Jeffers' outstanding goalscoring record at Under-21 level makes him the ideal replacement for Ameobi while Jenas' all round game will strengthen the core of the team.
"Both Francis and Jermaine are excellent players and ones that I know well," Platt told TheFA.com.
"I'm extremely pleased to have them with us for such a crucial game in our qualification campaign."
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From Daniel Freedman in Slaley Hall
If you want to cheer on David Platt's side when they take on Turkey on Tuesday night, tickets can be purchased via the Newcastle United Box Office Direct Line on 0191 261 1571 priced at £10.00 for adults and £5.00 for children and senior citizens.
Details of special promotions including family and school group tickets can be obtained from the Newcastle United website, www.nufc.co.uk. Kick off is at 8pm.