Remembering the late, great Gary Speed

Players come and go at clubs, but some, like ex-Newcastle United midfielder Gary Speed, leave a lasting impression on fans – and journalists.

The late Gary Speed will never be forgotten on Tyneside.

Gary Speed tragically passed away 13 years ago today.

In a blink of an eye, I can think back to Speed bossing a midfield in the colours of Newcastle United – or sitting in his car at the club’s old Riverside training ground in Chester-le-Street taking my questions.

I was fortunate to get to know Speed