Patrick Vieira has ruled out a return to English football at Newcastle, with the Frenchman fully committed to his role at Nice.
There is a managerial vacancy to be filled at St James’ Park following the departure of Rafa Benitez.
It has been suggested that the Magpies could turn to a man with considerable Premier League experience after Vieira spent nine memorable years with Arsenal during his playing days, before bringing the curtain down on an illustrious career at Manchester City.
He cut his coaching teeth with the Blues, within their academy system, before heading to New York City in MLS.