Newcastle's 4-Man Head Coach Shortlist - And 4 Names Who Should Still Be In The Frame

Newcastle United have been without a permanent head coach ever since Alan Pardew left for Crystal Palace at the turn of the year - but they have finally moved closer to appointing a successor after they drew up a final four-man shortlist. John Carver, Pardew€™s assistant, was first placed in caretaker charge before being named interim head coach for the second-half of the Premier League season - but the Geordie is not under consideration for the role on a permanent basis, despite still wanting the job, after a disastrous five months in charge. Two names on the list have been confirmed - and they are former Derby County boss Steve McClaren, as well as Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira. Yet the other two candidates have been disputed by varying media outlets. The identity of the man who will be stood in the dugout at St James' Park when the 2015-16 season kicks off in August is still unclear, although the number of potential candidates has been shortened considerably - and the Magpies aim to announce a new boss within the next couple of weeks. So here are the names on the four-man shortlist to take control at Newcastle United profiled and their chances of getting the role assessed - as well as a few who should still be considered...