Former Newcastle United Boss Mentioned In Discussions For Burnley Job

Former Newcastle United boss Steve Bruce has had his name mentioned in discussions for the Burnley job, according to journalist Alan Nixon.

The Clarets need to bring in a new boss after Vincent Kompany left the role to join Bayern Munich.

Supremo Alan Pace wants a big name to inject excitement at Turf Moor and Scott Parker and Frank Lampard have already held talks, along with Liam Rosenior.

Burnley though are looking at a host of options and former Newcastle manager Bruce has had his name come up.