Former Premier League champions sack its coach, set to appoint Rafa Benitez
– Newcastle have sacked Steve McClaren
– McClaren spends less than 10 months in charge of the Magpies
– Rafa Benitez is expected to be announced as his successor
Newcastle have sacked coach Steve McClaren exactly nine months into his reign.
Steve McClaren has been sacked by Newcastle
The former England boss took charge at St James’ Park back in June 2015, and leaves the Magpies struggling in the Premier League having recorded just one win in their last six matches.
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CLUB STATEMENT: Steve McClaren’s employment with the Club ends with immediate effect https://t.co/FJ5EnE6jF4 #NUFC pic.twitter.com/v51eO10Hf9
— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) March 11, 2016
Reports have suggested that Rafael Benitez is ready to take over from the 54-year-old.
Rafa Benitez
Newcastle have announced that McClaren’s successor will be made known in due course.
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