Kinnear reveals King Kev or Shearer could replace him
Friday, 26 Sep 2008 22:35
Kevin Keegan left Newcastle United on September 4th which followed a war of words with owner Mike Ashley.
Newcastle United interim boss Joe Kinnear has revealed Kevin Keegan or Alan Shearer could replace him when the club is sold to new owners.
Former Wimbledon boss Kinnear today ended his four-year exile from football after agreeing to coach the Magpies until the end of October.
The Irishman replaced Keegan who walked out earlier this month after claiming he had no control over transfers.
Newcastle owner Mike Ashley has put the club up for sale as he fears for his family's safety after becoming a hate figure on Tyneside.
Kinnear, 61, said he was comfortable with the role being temporary.
"I am aware that the new owners have Kevin Keegan and possibly Alan Shearer parked around the corner," Kinnear told the BBC.
"I understand investors are about to buy the club, (current owner) Mike Ashley told me openly. I will be here for six to eight games.
"I've never run from a fight in football and this is just about getting the team through.
"I believe the club will be sold soon and at the moment (coach) Chris Hughton needs all the help he can get. I hope now that I can help to get a few results together. "
The favourites to buy Newcastle for £350 million from Ashley is a Nigerian consortium headed by Chris Nathaniel. The London-based businessman has admitted he would like Keegan to return for his third spell in charge.
Hughton will take charge of the team in tomorrow's clash with Blackburn Rovers at St James's Park while Kinnear's first match will be against Everton on October 5th.