Newcastle begin manager hunt

Newcastle were tonight launching the hunt for their fifth manager in less than eight years after dispensing with the services of Bobby Robson.

Mon, 30 Aug, 2004 - 16:37

Newcastle were tonight launching the hunt for their fifth manager in less than eight years after dispensing with the services of Bobby Robson.

Former Liverpool boss Gerard Houllier was immediately installed as 2-1 favourite by bookmakers’ Ladbrokes.

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