NEWCASTLE UNITED supporters fear Allan Saint-Maximin could be about to leave after the fan favourite’s latest social media post.
The 26-year-old speedster, who earns £93,000-a-week, is under contract until the summer of 2026.
He has made over 100 Premier League appearances for the Magpies since his arrival from Nice in 2019.
But the talented winger has struggled for a regular run of games in Eddie Howe’s side this season.
The arrival of Anthony Gordon in January has added further competition for places.
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And the club continue to be linked with a host of other attackers, such as Leicester’s James Maddison, as they prepare for Champions League action next season.
A report emerged last month that Newcastle are ready to cash in on Saint-Maximin to raise funds for summer signings.
And Newcastle believe that he could command a decent fee with AC Milan said to be keen on signing him.
Now Saint-Maximin has cast doubt on his St. James’ Park future with a cryptic post about “personal” issues on Instagram alongside a highlight reel video.
He wrote: “When I joined @nufc in 2019, nobody understood my choice. I always believed in this club, as soon as I step onto the pitch, the fans directly adopted me.
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“Since then there has been highs and lows, when we were in the relegation zone, but I always believed in the team and trusted the project even if it was hard to stay in the PL, I knew that the club deserved much better and we had to prove it.
“I gave everything on the pitch to keep the team at the highest level. I am grateful that some people remember that.
“When the club has been bought by the new owners, the fans finally got what they deserved!
“I want really want to thank all of my best supporters for supporting & believing in me, it’s because of you that I wake up everyday more determined than ever.
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“But even the people that criticize when it’s fair, because sometimes the negative is beneficial to get up.”
Saint-Maximin then concluded: “I always tried my best to help the club in the best way possible, even by playing injured…
“This year has been one of the most difficult year emotionally, you are not able to know that as I keep personal things for myself, but I lost some really important people, and that is nothing compared to all the things that happened in my life this year… But I always tried to be present on the pitch and give everything.
“I am so proud of the team and that we achieved the CL.
“I am now entering a turning point in my career and I will give everything until the end to achieve my dreams.
“It’s often said that human beings forget quickly, but me I won’t be able to forget everyone that love me for who I am and believe in me in difficult moments, it’s in these hard situations that we see the real supporters.
“Thanks to everyone for the support, whatever happens, I will always give everything when I have the chance to step onto the pitch. Thanks God for everything.”
His team-mate Joe Willock replied with: “Love u broski.”
While Toon midfielder Bruno Guimaraes responded with a host of love heart emojis.
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