But what do supporters want Bruce to do? A host of fans voted in our online polls and have delivered a clear verdict on the decisions they want the Magpies to make. Scroll down and click through the pages to see the FIVE players Newcastle fans want to be released in the summer:
1. Karl Darlow
While his route to the number one jersey looks to be blocked by Martin Dubravka, Newcastle fans are still keen to see Darlow retained - with 53% voting for him to stay. VERDICT: RETAIN Photo: Ian MacNicol
2. Rob Elliot
The experienced stopper is yet to feature under Bruce, and 88% of supporters believe he should be allowed to move on in the summer. VERDICT: RELEASE Photo: Julian Finney
3. Jamie Sterry
Sterry is yet to make a concrete mark on the first-team fold and, with the prospect of a new contract looming, 75% of fans have called for the youngster to be moved on. VERDICT: RELEASE Photo: Ian MacNicol
4. Javier Manquillo
One of Newcastle's many options at full-back, Manquillo could well be allowed to move on - and 61% of supporters believe that would be the correct decision. VERDICT: RELEASE Photo: Mark Runnacles