Keegan talks ongoing

Newcastle today confirmed that talks between manager Kevin Keegan and the club are ongoing.

After a day of intense speculation over the 57-year-old’s position on Tyneside, the Magpies have reiterated that the former England boss has not been sacked, nor has he resigned.

A club statement said: “Newcastle United Football Club can confirm that discussions are ongoing between the board and Kevin Keegan.

“Both the club and Kevin would like to reiterate that Kevin remains as manager.

“He has not resigned nor has he been sacked, as has been confirmed in respective statements made by Kevin and Newcastle United Football Club.”