'An absolute honour - Burn named Newcastle captain

[Getty Images] Dan Burn says being named Newcastle captain on a permanent basis is "really special". Following this summer's departure of Bruno Guimaraes the role has been vacant but new Head Coach Matthias Jaissle announced his decision on Saturday. A boyhood Magpies fan, Burn has made 193 appearances for the club since signing in 2021. "It's an absolute honour to be named captain of Newcastle United," he said after the news was confirmed. "It's always an immense privilege to represent this football club, especially when I have been trusted with the armband on previous occasions, but to lead the team on a permanent basis is going to be really special. "It's been an incredible journey since I joined the club four-and-a-half years ago – we've achieved some amazing things together and enjoyed some unforgettable moments. "I believe there's still more to come and I'm relishing the responsibility of pushing everybody every single day to make sure that is the case." Jaissle added: "Dan is a natural leader and a perfect fit for the role of Newcastle United captain. He puts the interests of the team ahead of his own every time he steps onto the pitch and always gives maximum commitment in everything he does. "Off the pitch, he leads by example in how he conducts himself. Not many people understand what this club means to the city better than Dan and that experience will be vital in helping guide our younger players through this period of change and adaptation."