As of last night, NUFC believed Unai Emery wanted job & expected details to be finalised. They hoped he would meet players Thurs PM. As of this morning… reports from Spain would suggest he's pulled out. That was news to some at NUFC earlier but phone calls being exchanged now.
- Held talks late into night with Roig family, president adamant he stays.
- Villarreal irked by UK reports yesterday, now briefing Emery stays.
- Emery was expecting to join Newcastle but move now in doubt, although all hope not lost.
State of play: Newcastle would have to go through Villarreal president Fernando Roig should they wish to pay €6m compensation. Even after that, they must agree terms & contract with Unai Emery. Work to do & never done until ink is dry. Eddie Howe is the likely alternative. #NUFC