Allan Saint-Maximin used to be 'fined everyday' but his latenesss was due to taking his children to school rather than late-night drinking sessions. That is according to former Newcastle United assistant coach Stephen Clemence, who has hailed the Magpies' number 10 as a 'natural talent' and namechecked the forward alongside Jack Grealish as 'the best two' he has ever seen in training.
Saint-Maximin's future at St James' Park is currently shrouded in uncertainty following an injury-hit campaign and a cryptic social media post earlier this month. Newcastle are not said to be actively looking to sell the 26-year-old, although could entertain offers which would represent a sizable profit on their £20 million investment.
Saint-Maximin was a leading star for the Magpies in his first two seasons at the club, playing a key role in keeping Steve Bruce's side away from relegation. However, the former Nice forward has seen his influence on the pitch wane since Eddie Howe's appointment in November 2021, although the head coach is keen to continue working with the attacker.
