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English Premier News :: Kevin Keegan confirms resignation as Newcastle boss

Posted on 2008-09-04 by Gooner

Kevin Keegan has resigned as manager of Newcastle United after just eight months in charge.

The announcement follows lengthy talks between the 57-year-old and the board. The resignation of Keegan comes after three days of intense speculation about his future.

Keegan released a statement : "I've been working desperately hard to find a way forward with the directors, but sadly that has not proved possible. It's my opinion that a manager must have the right to manage and that clubs should not impose upon any manager any player that he does not want."

About 200 fans gathered outside the club's St James' Park ground on Thursday night after hearing of his departure. They chanted Keegan's name and called for club owner Mike Ashley and director of football Dennis Wise to quit.

A Newcastle statement said the club was "sad and disappointed" that he had resigned.

Sourced From : BBC Sport

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