6. Clarence Acuna

 

   


 

Position: Midfielder  
Squad Number: 6  
Date of Birth: 8th February 1975  
Birthplace: Rancagua, Chile  
Height: 5'10"  
Signed on: October 2000 for a fee of £1m  
NUFC Debut: 28 October 2000 v West Ham United (A)  
Previous Club(s): Universidad de Chile
 
 
Acuna was originally on trial with Newcastle for a week, and impressed Bobby Robson enough to enquire about how much Universidad de Chile would want for his services. After negotiations, Acuna joined the Magpies for £1m.

The hardworking Chilean midfielder has won over 55 caps for Chile.

 
 

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