Steve Bruce is no longer Newcastle United manager the Magpies announced through official channels. Last week after the completion of the Saudi takeover, there was already explicit speculation about the departure of the sixty-year-old trainer, in order to make room for a big name like Antonio Conte. Bruce was still allowed to stay on for the duel – the thousandth in his coaching career – with Tottenham Hotspur, but now has to pack his bags after the 2-3 defeat.
Bruce’s departure is not a big surprise. Last Friday, the manager hinted that he would take the bad news into account. “I want to continue as a manager, but I have to be realistic. I’m not stupid and I know what can happen to new owners. New owners normally want a new manager. I’ve been around long enough to understand that,” he admitted. at. Newcastle’s sporting achievements in the current season have already created uncertainty about Bruce’s position. Newcastle have won zero of their eight league games. Burnley proved too strong after penalties in the EFL Cup.
Newcastle now announces that it has been decided by mutual agreement to split up. “I am grateful to everyone who has given me the opportunity to work for this great club,” said Bruce, who has been at the helm of Newcastle since the summer of 2019 and previously for Sheffield United, Huddersfield Town, Wigan Athletic, Crystal Palace, Birmingham City, Sunderland, Hull City, Aston Villa and Sheffield Wednesday. “We’ve been through highs and lows, but everyone gave it their all and should be proud of what we’ve accomplished.”
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