We are proud to be your local newspaper
- today's Leader column
First game for ex-Gunner
Monday 11th September 2006, 7:31PM BST.
The 39-year-old’s loyalty became the subject of a bidding war between 30 clubs from 10 countries, including Bayern Munich, after he became disillusioned with top-flight football.
But the design studio director from Richmond, in Surrey, switched his allegiances to Shrewsbury after fanzine Blue and Amber signed the former Gunners fan for £102.63 in an internet auction on eBay.
Steve has already enjoyed a workout in the spotlight after being interviewed on Talksport radio before the game by former Republic of Ireland international Andy Townsend.
Dave Matthias, from Blue and Amber, welcomed Steve to Shrewsbury and presented him with new home and away shirts.
Steve said he was delighted to make his first trip to Gay Meadow.
He said: “This summer I have watched the Thierry Henry saga and then the Ashley Cole situation unfold and it just highlights just how far Premiership football has drifted from us, the fans.
“I decided to put my support for this season up for auction and the lads from Shrewsbury won me with a last-minute bid.”
Popular stories:
Sponsored Links
Shropshire Star on Twitter
Keep updated with the latest breaking news and content on our Twitter feed.
Lifestyle
Interactive Dining Out map
Hundreds of reviews by the Shropshire Star and Express & Star's teams to help you decide where to eat.
LIVE traffic updates
Road, rail and airport - latest
Our new, live traffic and travel updates service - check before you set out.
OUR NEW APP
Get the new Shropshire Star app
Download the Shropshire Star’s new app to your iPad or iPhone to get one week of access to our digital newspapers absolutely FREE.
shropshirestar.com
Popular sections
Useful links
