Graeme Jones is likely to be in charge as caretaker manager when Newcastle United take on Tottenham at St James’ Park next Sunday in the first game of the club’s new era under Saudi Arabian owners.
Steve Bruce’s reign is drawing to a close but the appointment of a new manager to fit the ambitions of the owners may take some time, with the most favoured candidates, such as Leicester’s Brendan Rodgers, currently unavailable.
Antonio Conte is understood not to be a candidate and it is unlikely that former Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe will be considered.