FANS have been left in hysterics after Newcastle star Dan Burn was spotted behind the counter of a butchers. The defender, who earns a reported £55,000-a-week, shocked shoppers at Grainger Market in the city centre earlier today. Incredible images of Burn holding meat while wearing an apron over his Newcastle tracksuit went viral on social media.
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The humble star, who was born in Northumberland and is a boyhood Toon supporter, posed for photos with surprised shoppers. A fan shared the snaps on X, writing: "That was amazing to bump into Dan Burn, as he serves meat in the local butchers in Granger Market in Toon.".
Others were left stunned, with one saying: "Could this be anymore random.". Another added: "Dan Burn what a bloke.". A third commented: "Just a normal Wednesday in town.". Burn was believed to be behind the counter of the butchers for a club initiative that sees players mix with the local community.
Last year, Sandro Tonali was seen wearing a hi-vis jacket and a helmet while grafting with offshore engineers. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS. The Italian midfielder, who was serving a ten-month betting ban at the time, also visited students at a facility built by the Newcastle Foundation.
