Newcastle United are reportedly ready to offer Charlie Austin the club's iconic No 9 shirt should the QPR forward choose to move to the Magpies this summer - and that is something he will cherish forever. The shirt of Alan Shearer, Jackie Milburn and Andy Cole is sacred on Tyneside. There is no greater honour for a forward at Newcastle than to be given the responsibility of wearing that number on their back. This one may be the ninth reason, but it certainly isn't the least of them... But will these nine reasons be enough to convince Austin that St James' Park is the right destination for him? For all the latest NUFC News, Views and Transfers make sure to follow whatculture.com/NUFC on Twitter and Facebook.
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