Dennis Wise delivers message to Newcastle United fans

The Times this week reported that Wise was "advising" Mike Ashley, the club's owner.

Wise had an ill-fated spell as executive director at the club 11 years ago.

The former Chelsea midfielder today responded to a tweet from The Mag about Wise's reported involvement with Ashley, who was at St James's Park for Saturday's 3-0 win over Cardiff City.

Wise tweeted: "You will be pleased to know Newcastle Fans that this is not true, good luck to you guy's (sic) for the rest of the season."

United sources had denied a claim that Wise had held talks with Lee Charnley, the club's managing director.