Joey Barton has pretty conclusively ruled out the possibility of lining out in the League of Ireland.
The LeagueOfIreland.ie Twitter account put the question to Barton, who is currently looking for a club, in a light-hearted Q&A, and Barton was clear to say the least.
However, if Barton’s accountant gives him some bad advice, there just might be a chance!
Would you ever play in the League of Ireland? #askjb
— Leagueofireland.ie (@LOIDOTIE) August 5, 2015
No. Probably retire. Unless of course I lost all my money in a Bernie Madoff style ponzi and had no other option. https://t.co/kXXasGQwbZ
— Joseph Barton (@Joey7Barton) August 5, 2015
The LeagueOfIreland.ie guys did come armed with a solid comeback:
@Joey7Barton funny that Joey I thought it was a bit above your standard...
— Leagueofireland.ie (@LOIDOTIE) August 5, 2015
Some of Barton’s other answers revealed:
…His favourite stadium for atmosphere:
Fenerbahce for Marseille in Europa League. Never heard noise like it. Nothing in England has ever came close. https://t.co/UX1gGO0X8y
— Joseph Barton (@Joey7Barton) August 5, 2015
…That he’d love a return to Newcastle, if Mike Ashley changed his ways:
Everyday and twice on a Sunday, IF and only IF the powers that be changed their approach to the club. https://t.co/Yuy37mX6zl
— Joseph Barton (@Joey7Barton) August 5, 2015
…That he’d fancy a move to Celtic too:
Would love to one day. Maybe when the Old Firm is back it would appeal more. Always wanted to attend/play in one. https://t.co/6S9ILQi3HM
— Joseph Barton (@Joey7Barton) August 5, 2015
…And that he accepts being a ‘massive tosser’ is a fair description of him:
About fair if you don't know me. Although, I do feel people secretly like me...😃 https://t.co/N11BbLcOHj
— Joseph Barton (@Joey7Barton) August 5, 2015