Steve McClaren's future at Newcastle unresolved after not meeting Lee Charnley
Wednesday 9 March 2016 19:29, UK
Steve McClaren was still at the helm of Newcastle on Wednesday night after his proposed meeting with managing director Lee Charnley failed to take place, according to Sky sources.
McClaren arrived at the club's Darsley Park training ground shortly after 8am where it is understood he met with his backroom staff before leaving again just after 4pm.
It was believed talks between McClaren and Charnley would then take place at St James' Park but instead of turning left out of the training ground in the direction of Newcastle's stadium, the former England boss turned right, toward his home.
It is not known why the discussions were not held.
Sky Sports News HQ earlier learned McClaren will not face the media for his weekly pre-match news conference which had been scheduled for Thursday but has been postponed.
McClaren's meeting with Charnley would have been the first time the two have met since Saturday's 3-1 home defeat to Bournemouth.
The head coach has continued to prepare his side to face Premier League leaders Leicester on Monday Night Football despite the rumours that he is about to lose his job.
The loss to Bournemouth increased speculation that McClaren could be relieved of his duties, with the Magpies in the bottom three with just 10 games remaining.
Sky Sports News HQ understand that although McClaren remains in charge, the club have made contact with Benitez about stepping in to try and salvage their season.
Benitez is available after departing Real Madrid in January, and sources close to him indicate he would have a qualified interest in the vacancy. Former Everton and Manchester United manager David Moyes is also understood to be under consideration.
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