Newcastle supporters have hailed Jonjo Shelvey's gesture as he is set to travel from Nottingham to watch Newcastle play in their Carabao Cup semi-final tie against Southampton.
Shelvey completed his Forest medical on Monday ahead of his move to the City Ground.
According to Sky Sports reporter Keith Downie, Shelvey will attend the Magpies' Carabao Cup home game as they look to book a place in the final of the competition. He will say his goodbyes to teammates and fans after a seven-year stint at St James' Park.
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Here is what the Newcastle faithful have said...
G4BG: "That's fantastic, what a guy."
David: "Great touch from the man himself. He has been a great servant to this club."
ToonToonBlackWA: "This actually has made me happy knowing we get to say goodbye to him properly and thank him for the time he’s been here."
Andy Taggart: "Jonjo had given the club great service, whilst also being on a very decent wage. Unfortunately for him we were a club in limbo when he was at his peak. Great security in terms of deal he is getting at forest. All the best."
NUFCTalk: "Best player in Nottingham already."
David Atkinson: "Top bloke."
Richie Southern: "Love that bloke. NUFC legend status confirmed."
Kenneth Wilson: "YES! That was what I hoped for. he deserved that big time! Love our club!"
Mark Tye: "Fantastic. He loves the place. Tough one for him to leave. Such a shame age/contract has caught up with him at a time where the club is on the up. Cracking footballer. Hope he returns many times after his playing days."
1892 Mags: "Hopefully brings him onto the pitch to say goodbye."
Thomas Butler: "Top class, he loves the Toon."
Brandon Green: "Good servant."
Kevin Hutchinson: "Get him on the pitch at half time so he can get the send off he deserves."
UptheMags: "I'm actually so gutted he's gone."
Robbie: "Sad to see him to go. Came down with us and dragged us back up. Proper servant who has matured with age."
LC: "Wow, can see this being an emotional night."
Chris Adams: "Class act that."
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