Newcastle United's Papiss Demba Cissé surprises young fans with home visit When Cissé received a welcome to Newcastle card from four-year-old Sam shortly after arriving at the club in January, he was so moved by the gesture he told his manager, Alan Pardew, he wanted to visit the young fan. From those at the club to the thousands of supporters who I think are simply fantastic, I am deeply touched. Going to see Sam and his family was just my way of saying a special thank you to a young fan who showed genuine kindness in welcoming me to a new country and new club. I must thank them also for the Easter bunny they gave me, it was very nice. Sam had never expected to receive a replay to his letter, let alone a visit from Cissé, a devout Muslim, and his dad John, who had to keep the visit a secret, was full of praise. He said: "This has really made Sam's year and I cannot put into words how grateful I am that Papiss gave up his time to come and see Sam, we are all ever so grateful. Footballers don't always get the credit they deserve for things away from the football field, this gesture from Papiss just shows what a genuine, down to earth and tremendous person he is.