Roeder told to leave newcastle

Koen Freriks

5 mei 2006, 19:16

Glenn Roeder has been told that he cannot continue to manage Newcastle next season due to his lack of managerial qualifications.

Roeder has been acting coach since the dismissal of Graeme Souness in February - well beyond the allowed 12 weeks for coaches without the UEFA Pro Licence - but will not be allowed to be in charge after the end of the season despite leading the Magpies to 10 wins in 16 since his appointment. "The only way the board would be prepared to allow Newcastle to appoint Glenn Roeder as manager without the pro licence is if so directed by member clubs.

"In the event of permission being sought sufficient support from clubs would have to be obtained and a formal resolution tabled at the forthcoming Premier League AGM." Newcastle were battling relegation when Roeder was appointed but he has led them to seventh place and a chance at European football next season.