News that PCP Partners, the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia and Reuben brothers are within hours of acquiring the club from Mike Ashley has already had an impact on Bruce.
The 60-year-old had been 3/1 for the next Premier League manager to be sacked but this morning, those odds have been slashed at 1/2
And the bookmakers have already weighed in with potential replacements for Bruce, which will be the first managerial appointment from the imminent news owners.
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5. Frank Lampard - 8/1
Former Derby and Chelsea boss Lampard has been out of work since January following his Stamford Bridge sacking. He’s 8/1 with BetVictor to take charge. Photo: Pool
6. Unai Emery - 8/1
Europa League specialist Emery is 8/1 with BetVictor to make a return to the Premier League having previously managed Arsenal. Photo: JOSE JORDAN
7. Rafa Benitez - 9/1
The man Staveley and co wanted from the start, but his recent switch to Everton might end that hope. Anyway, he’s 9/1 with Paddy Power and BetVictor to make a stunning return. Photo: Jan Kruger
8. Jose Mourinho - 10/1
Mourinho, former assistant to Sir Bobby Robson, is currently in charge of Roma but has spoken very highly of Newcastle in the past. He’s 10/1 with BetVictor. Photo: ALBERTO PIZZOLI