Roeder appointed Magpies boss
Glenn Roeder has been confirmed as full-time manager of Newcastle on a two-year contract.
The club decided to appoint Roeder after a successful spell in charge as caretaker boss following the departure of Graeme Souness.
Roeder does not have the required UEFA pro licence but a vote of Premier League chairmen cleared the way for his appointment.
Roeder told the club’s official website, www.nufc.co.uk: “It’s hard to describe how I feel at the moment.
“I know all about this club, having played here for almost six years and having captained the club. I'm an extremely lucky person to have been given this opportunity, and it is an opportunity I want to take.”
Chairman Freddy Shepherd also confirmed today that striker Alan Shearer, who retired at the end of the season, will act as sporting ambassador for the club.
