Eddie Howe is right to 'embrace' the history of Newcastle United after extending an invite to club legend Kevin Keegan to speak to his squad. That is the view of former Entertainers midfielder Lee Clark, who feels the current head coach and sporting director Dan Ashworth have proven they are keen to learn from the past to help shape the Magpies' future.
Howe spoke with Keegan before his appointment in the role last November in an effort to garner a greater understanding of the club and the city. The former Bournemouth boss has challenged the current generation to write their own chapter in the Magpies' history, referencing the title-challenging period in the 1990s during Keegan's first spell in charge.
The 71-year-old became distanced from United after a falling-out with former owner Mike Ashley led to his second resignation in September 2008. However, the club's new owners along with Howe have taken steps to rebuild bridges with former favourites who had become ostracised by the previous regime.
