Steve Bruce has left his managerial job at Newcastle United by mutual consent as the transition of the club commenced under new ownership.
Gatekeepers News reports that Steve Bruce made this decision official just 13 days after the Saudi Arabia-backed £305m took over of the club completely.
Bruce took charge of his 1,000th match as a manager in Sunday’s 3-2 defeat to Tottenham – his only game as the Newscastle Coach under the new owners.
The 60-year-old stated that there have been “highs and lows” and that he hoped the new owners could “take the club forward”.
Meanwhile, the Club has announced that Graeme Jones will take interim charge of the Premier League side.
The Tyneside club were taken over by the PIF and PCP Partners and are currently led by Chief Executive, Amanda Staveley. Staveley brought an end to Mike Ashley’s 14-year era.
Since the beginning of the Premier League 2021/2022 Premier League season, the club have made no win and currently sit on the second from bottom on the table.
Bruce became Magpies manager in July 2019 and achieved finishes of 13th and 12th in his two full seasons in charge.
Bruce said, “I am grateful to everyone connected with Newcastle United for the opportunity to manage this unique football club.
“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.
“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.”
Newcastle in a statement said the club “would like to place on record its gratitude to Steve for his contribution and wishes him well for the future.”
