Newcastle’s new head coach Steve Bruce arrives in Nanjing, China to meet up with the Magpies squad on their pre-season tour of Asia.
Newcastle’s new head coach Steve Bruce has arrived in China to meet up with his squad during their pre-season preparations.
Newcastle appointed the 58-year-old on a three-year contract this week, following the departure of Rafa Benitez following the expiration of his contract.
Sheffield Wednesday will receive around £4m in compensation from Newcastle and it is understood the Owls asked Newcastle to include players as part of the deal, which Newcastle refused.
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Bruce will have to pick his squad up from their 4-0 loss to Wolves in the Premier League Asia Trophy.
His first game in charge will come against West Ham on July 20 in the third-place play-off, live on Sky Sports Premier League.
Sky Sports News understands Bruce could have as much as £90m to spend in the transfer window.
Newcastle are in talks to sign Brazilian striker Joelinton from Hoffenheim.