United Managing Director leaves his post at St. James' Park with immediate effect

The Club can announce that Managing Director, Derek Llambias, has resigned from his position with immediate effect.

Derek said: "I have had an incredible journey during my five years at the club, including some challenging times. I will reflect with great fondness on my time in the North East and, in me, Newcastle United have a lifelong supporter.

"I want to thank the staff for their hard work, our fans for their support of the club, and wish them all well for the future."