Remi Garde "Cools Interest" In Newcastle United Job

By Chris Waugh / May 18, 2015

Newcastle United have suffered another setback in their prolonged search to replace Alan Pardew as permanent head coach after Remi Garde reportedly cooled his interest in the role. The former Lyon boss was linked to the job in January, immediately after Pardew left for Crystal Palace, and originally the 49-year-old was extremely interested in moving to St James' Park. However, due to the Magpies' alarming and rapid slide down the Premier League table, The Chronicle reports that Garde has gradually lost interest in moving to Tyneside in recent months.

With a 51.28% win ratio from his time spent as Lyon boss between 2011 and 2014 (played 117, won 60, drew 26, lost 31), and having won the Coupe de France and the Trophée des Champions in 2012, Garde has a history of success as a manager. And, with Derby County boss Steve McClaren having already turned down the opportunity to take over at Newcastle for the final three games of the season, the Magpies' options are narrowing if Garde has distanced himself from the positon. Garde is regarded as one of the best managers in France, and the former France, Lyon, Strasbourg and Arsenal defender now appears to be targeting a role on the continent instead of in England.

With every passing day, as more and more managers rule themselves out of taking charge at St James' Park, then the likelihood of interim boss John Carver being given the role on a permanent basis - despite having won just two our of 18 matches - continues to increase. For all the latest NUFC News, Views and Transfers make sure to follow WhatCultureNUFC on Twitter and Facebook.