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Shola Ameobi is believed to be under consideration for a new role at Newcastle United's Academy.

The former striker has worked with the club's youth teams before and is a big part of United's Foundation, but he is one of the names being looked at as Newcastle look to revamp their Academy.

Three new roles will come into play from pre-season with a loan coordinator , Under-23 boss and assistant Academy coach for a range of younger age groups.

Current Under-23 coach Ben Dawson is expected to step up to a more technical role as head of coaches with Under-18 manager Dave Watson set to leave at the end of the season for pastures new.

Newcastle confirmed earlier this month that Peter Beardsley - the former development manager - had left the club after an internal investigation was completed.

Ameobi came through the ranks and starred in the Premier League and Champions League for the Magpies.

After leaving St James' Park, Ameobi then played for Bolton Wanderers, Fleetwood Town and Notts County.

Ameobi was inducted into Newcastle's Hall of Fame in 2017, he said then: "I’m actually quite embarrassed to be mentioned in the same vein as some of the other Hall of Famers.

"It’s such an honour.

"This club has meant the world to me.

"It has been my lifeblood, growing up a stone’s throw away from the stadium and aspiring to play football."