New Newcastle manager Steve Bruce admitted he is 'not everybody's cup of tea' and accepted there is a sizeable task ahead to win over some supporters. Nine fan groups published a statement voicing their displeasure at Bruce, a boyhood supporter, taking over from Rafa Benitez. Whoever sat in this seat was going to find it difficult but I'm confident we can take the club forward. Newcastle legend Alan Shearer revealed he contacted Bruce to warn him against succeeding Benitez but Bruce is adamant he had to take the job. Bruce becomes the 10th manager of Newcastle owner Mike Ashley's controversial reign and supporters reacted angrily to his appointment on Wednesday.

Source: Daily Mail July 19, 2019 06:43 UTC