http://www.theguardian.com/football/2013/aug/18/fabricio-coloccini-meeting-pope-newcastle?"As you know, I had personal problems," said Coloccini as he prepared for Monday night's match at Manchester City. "I spoke with my family this summer and had to take a decision. I told them I've worked all my life to have my dream of playing at the top level of football. It was a difficult conversation but they could understand that and that's why I'm here now.
"I made my decision in the middle of the holidays. I am here now and I am happy.
"My relationship with Newcastle was very important in making my decision. All the fans in the street, when they stopped me, they asked me to stay and those things sometimes make the difference.
"Newcastle is a special club for me, of course. I've supported San Lorenzo since I was small but I feel something for Newcastle now. I've been here five years and the fans are amazing. I have a contract for a long time here and hopefully I can see out that contract."
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