Various Newcastle United players have paid tribute to Martin Dubravka following confirmation of his move to Burnley.
The 36-year-old is no longer a Newcastle United player, with Dubravka joining Burnley on Thursday.
The Slovakian goalkeeper has signed a one-year deal with the Clarets, ending a seven-and-a-half year stay at St James’ Park.
Dubravka has been a loyal servant on Tyneside, representing the club during a difficult period before playing his part in Eddie Howe’s renaissance.
However, a move away for Dubravka has always felt inevitable since Aaron Ramsdale joined Newcastle United.
As he gets set for the next stage of his career, several Toon players have wished their now former teammate luck.
Martin Dubravka arrives in Glasgow ahead of Newcastle United's pre-season friendly against Celtic.
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Newcastle United tributes pour in as Martin Dubravka joins Burnley
Brought to Tyneside by Rafa Benitez in January 2018, Dubravka’s Newcastle United adventure is now over.
It comes to an end after 179 appearances, 51 clean sheets, one trophy and a loan spell at Manchester United that everyone will try to forget.
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Burnley will be the third English club that Dubravka has played for, and he has sent a message about the move via his official Instagram account.
Dubravka wrote: “I’m delighted to be joining @burnleyofficial! One of the oldest and most historic clubs in the @premierleague. I am hoping to help build on the team’s achievements from last season, as we look to consolidate our place in the Premier League. I’m looking forward to joining up with the squad and getting started! And I can’t wait to step out at Turf Moor and meet the fans! Up The Clarets! A special mention to my agents @1863group for making this happen.”
In response to Dubravka’s message, Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes has issued a message of his own.
He wrote: “Good luck bro.”
There was also a reply from Emil Krafth, who posted: “Gonna miss you bro.”
Former Toon defender Paul Dummett replied too, having spent multiple years alongside Dubravka. He wrote: “All the best Heco.”
Fabian Schar sent an emotional message, writing: “All the best my friend. Great times together and an incredible person. You’ll be missed here.”
“All the best my friend,” added Sven Botman, alongside a teary-eyed emoji.
Newcastle United goalkeepers Mark Gillespie and John Ruddy also wished Dubravka luck, with the latter writing: “What a pleasure to share a special year with you. Wish you nothing but success.”
When Martin Dubravka will play against Newcastle United
For the first time in his career this season, Dubravka will play against Newcastle United.
His St James’ Park return is scheduled for 6th December, with Scott Parker’s Burnley side set to travel to Tyneside.
The return fixture at Turf Moor is only a few weeks later, with Newcastle and Burnley meeting again on 30th December.
The Toon Army will be reunited with Dubravka twice in a month, as the Slovakia international gets set to strive towards Premier League survival. That will be Burnley’s main objective, having just come up from the Championship.
Surviving relegation battles is something Dubravka knows all about, having saved Newcastle United on multiple occasions.