Newcastle United has sacked their manager Steve Bruce.
He leaves St James' Park with the Magpies second from bottom in the Premier League, having failed to win any of their eight top-flight games this season.
#NUFC can confirm that Steve Bruce has left his position as head coach by mutual consent.
The club would like to place on record its gratitude to Steve for his contribution and wishes him well for the future.— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) October 20, 2021
Bruce managed his 1,000th game over the weekend against Spurs, where the Magpies lost 3-2 at home.
The club was recently subject to a takeover by an investment fund backed by the Saudi Government.
Graeme Jones is to take temporary charge for the trip to Crystal Palace on Saturday.
Graeme Jones will lead the team on an interim basis, starting with Saturday's trip to Crystal Palace.
He will be supported by the coaching team of Steve Agnew, Stephen Clemence, Ben Dawson and Simon Smith. https://t.co/uvkGGdpEUa— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) October 20, 2021
