Hopkinson expects Keegan memorial

[Getty Images]Newcastle CEO David Hopkinson says Kevin Keegan's legacy "demands" a physical tribute such as a statue or the naming of a stand after the club legend.

>Keegan passed away on Monday at the age of 75.

>Speaking from outside St James' Park, Hopkinson said he was "moved" by the number of fans who has turned out to mourn Keegan already.

>"Kevin's impact on this community is evident in the faces of everyone here," Hopkinson told BBC Newcastle.

>"We didn't plan this, these people have shown up to gather, come together and remember him. It's really touching and an incredible, spontaneous tribute to him.

Listen: Hopkinson on Keegan tribute"I was aware of Kevin's impact on football. What he meant to this community I have learned more of since taking up this role a year ago. You can't really move far without someone telling you a story about Kevin. His legacy is a rich one and this is a tough day.

>"Clearly, we have a statue of Alan Shearer here and Sir Bobby Robson. Kevin's impact on this club is extraordinary. I think it demands a physical tribute. What that means, a statue or stand, the answer is we haven't determined that yet. It's early. We are going to make that determination at the right time in conjunction with the family."

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