Newcastle United players are reportedly keen for Steve Bruce to stay as manager despite rumours suggesting the 59-year-old could be replaced in the near future.
The Magpies are on the verge of being sold to a Saudi-based consortium in a £300m deal, and it is thought they would be keen to bring in a big-name manager such as Mauricio Pochettino or Rafael Benitez if they do take charge at St James' Park.
But Bruce, who only joined the club last summer, guided his side to 13th in the Premier League before football was suspended, and is thought to be a well-liked figure with his squad.
According to the Daily Star the team are convinced Bruce is the right man to take them forward, and have been won over by his methods.
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