Newcastle United manager Steve Bruce will remain in charge when they play Tottenham Hotspur, the Premier League club said, allowing him to reach his 1000th professional match as a manager.
Speculation has been rife that Bruce will no longer be in the role after the club was taken over by a consortium dominated by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund.
Winless Newcastle are 19th in the standings after seven matches but the club’s new director Amanda Staveley said they would be “patient and considered” in their approach.
“Change does not always happen overnight, it demands time and that we follow a carefully considered plan and strategy,” Staveley said.
“We met Steve and the players on Monday and have given them the time and space this week to focus on preparing for what is a very important game on Sunday.
“Steve has been very professional in our dealings with him and he and his coaching team will take the team on Sunday. If we make any changes going forward, Steve will be the first to know.”
