Gerard Houllier is poised to expand the scope of Aston Villa’s recruitment system after appointing Jeff Vetere as the club’s new chief scout.

Coach Nigel Pearson has left Newcastle, according to reports.

NEWCASTLE chairman Chris Mort insists manager Kevin Keegan will not be undermined by Dennis Wise’s arrival on Tyneside.

Leeds have today confirmed that assistant manager Dave Bassett has left the club.