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Shay Given's message to Loris Karius after Newcastle United transfer as Liverpool coaches respond

Newcastle United's newest signing, Loris Karius, received a surprising message from one of the greatest goalkeepers to pull on a Magpies shirt this week, with Shay Given offering the German some good luck after his Tyneside switch.

Karius' free transfer was confirmed on Monday as the former Liverpool stopper arrived on a short-term basis following his Merseyside release this summer. The 29-year-old's emergency arrival follows Karl Darlow's recent ankle injury in training.

The new Newcastle goalkeeper earned floods of well-wishes on Instagram after posting images of his unveiling, with Liverpool goalkeeping coaches John Achterberg and Claudio Taffarel sending support over the social media site. Given also left an encouraging message for Karius, writing: "Best of luck at the toon Loris."

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