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Bruce confirms Newcastle talks over manager role

Sheffield Wednesday boss Steve Bruce has confirmed he has held talks with Newcastle United over the vacant manager's post but said he is waiting for both clubs to agree a compromise deal.

Bruce, 58, is one of the frontrunners to replace Rafa Benitez, who quit St James' Park last month at the end of his contract.

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Sky Sports reported Newcastle had hoped to confirm Bruce's appointment with a compensation payment of around £1 million, but Sheffield Wednesday are holding out for significantly more than that.