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Kinnear rebuilding bridges

Joe Kinnear has attempted to build bridges with the Newcastle fans he last week claimed he was more intelligent than.

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NUFC confirm Kinnear appointment

Newcastle United have appointed Joe Kinnear as the club's new Director of Football on a three-year deal.

The club said he will report directly to the club's Board as the the senior executive in charge of all football-related matters. Chief scout Graham Carr and manager Alan Pardew will report into Joe.

"The board are pleased to welcome Joe back to the club. Joe has many years of experience working within the game, and this experience will be of great benefit to the club in achieving our objectives over the coming seasons."

– Derek Llambias, managing director, Newcastle United

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