Solly March says missing out on a move to Newcastle United proved to be a blessing in disguise. The Brighton winger has been in fine form under new boss Roberto De Zerbi, with four goals and two assists to his name in his last five outings.
The 28-year-old has now clocked up almost 260 Brighton appearances and it's difficult to imagine him in any other shirt. However, as has been well documented, March came close to joining the Magpies under Alan Pardew.
Then playing for non-league side Lewes, March was offered a trial at St. James' Park and was travelling up to the North East with his dad. However, March passed out in the car and he thought his chance at becoming a professional had passed him by.
