Premier League: Newcastle part ways with Steve Bruce, after manager pens resignation just one game into Saudi era

Steve Bruce resigns: Newcastle United would like to place on record its gratitude to Steve for his contribution and wishes him well for the future. Steve Bruce said: “I am grateful to everyone connected with Newcastle United for the opportunity to manage this unique football club.”

#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

He added, “I would like to thank my coaching team, the players and the support staff in particular for all their hard work. There have been highs and lows, but they have given everything even in difficult moments and should be proud of their efforts.”

Newcastle part ways with Steve Bruce, after manager pens resignation just one game into Saudi era

“This is a club with incredible support, and I hope the new owners can take it forward to where we all want it to be. I wish everyone the very best of luck for the rest of this season and beyond,” he said.

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Steve Bruce resigns: Graeme Jones will lead the team on an interim basis, starting with Saturday’s trip to Crystal Palace, and will be supported by the coaching team of Steve Agnew, Stephen Clemence, Ben Dawson and Simon Smith. The process of recruiting a new head coach is underway and an appointment will be announced in due course. The club will not be making further comments at this time.