Allan Saint-Maximin has opened up about a turbulent January transfer window that also saw him leave Newcastle United. Reports had linked the Frenchman with a big-money move to Serie A champions AC Milan.
A frustrating season for Saint-Maximin was derailed due to a hamstring injury suffered in August. Newcastle excelled in his absence - a feat they rarely managed to achieve before the Saudi-backed takeover.
The mercurial winger cut a peripheral figure, with Eddie Howe in no hurry to rush him back into the team. Saint-Maximin did not start another Premier League game until February 4 against West Ham United.