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Shearer slams ‘complete and utter chaos’ at Newcastle as ‘world-class’ Benitez departs

The Magpies have revealed that their coach will be leaving the club when his contract expires, with that decision not going down well on Tyneside

Newcastle legend Alan Shearer has slammed the “complete and utter chaos” at St James’ Park, with “world-class” manager Rafa Benitez being allowed to move on.

The Magpies have revealed that their Spanish coach will be leaving when his contract comes to an end on June 30.

Fresh terms had been mooted, but no agreement has been reached and a parting of ways will now take place.

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Shearer has questioned the logic of Mike Ashley and Co in allowing a proven performer to depart, with there an alarming lack of leadership on Tyneside at present as takeover talk drags on.