John Devine won't have far to go. Having worked in the shadow of St James' Park for years, Newcastle United's new general counsel will soon have an office in the actual stadium itself.
Devine had been settled as a partner at commercial law firm Muckle, where he has been based for more than 11 years on Gallowgate, but this new role is made for the lifelong Newcastle supporter - who is one of the most well-respected figures in his field.
Indeed, Nick De Marco, told ChronicleLive that Devine has a 'very good reputation and excellent experience' as a sports lawyer. De Marco, who previously represented Newcastle, even went as far as to say Devine's appointment 'looks like another very smart move by the club'.
