Tuesday, August 2, 2016

Former Newcastle defender Taylor joins MLS side Portland Timbers (Reuters)

Football Soccer - Southampton v Newcastle United - Barclays Premier League - St Mary's Stadium - 9/4/16 Newcastle's Steven Taylor Action Images via Reuters / Paul Childs Livepic

(Reuters) - Portland Timbers have signed former Newcastle United center half Steven Taylor, the Major League Soccer club said on Monday. The 30-year-old Taylor made 10 Premier League appearances last season but could not help Newcastle avoid relegation from England's top flight. Taylor was a free agent after his contract expired at Newcastle, who were relegated to the English championship (second tier). "Steven Taylor gives us a proven piece that can step into our backline and perform immediately," coach Caleb Porter told the club's website (www.timbers.com). ...


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