Newcastle have a rich history of cultivating local talent through the ranks via the bristling production line that ran from the legendary Wallsend Boys Club to St James' Park and unearthing potential stars thanks to the sharp judgement of an extensive scouting network. While the names of Lee Clark, Tim Krul, Chris Waddle, Steven Taylor, Steve Watson and the two lads above, Peter Beardsley and Paul Gascoigne, are just some of our celebrated success stories that have prospered in black and white, inevitably, we've experienced the anguish of seeing more than few gifted youngsters slip through the net. We aren't alone though as every club has suffered the loss of a unpolished diamond at some point in their history whether it be through sheer ignorance or a colossal scouting blunder. It's a small crumb of comfort but one that does little alleviate the torment. But that's the nature of football and Newcastle have been burned on more than occasion by a player they rejected, released or fobbed off after they failed to impress in the levels below the first team. So read on if you want to discover the seven Premier League stalwarts that Newcastle have allowed to slip away over the years.
