It was the right decision for all parties concerned. The fact Newcastle fans are now putting Steve's name forward for the Manchester United job is somewhat contemptible to say the least.
Why? Everyone told us what a brilliant manager he was for us - seems entirely reasonable to me that having received that advice, we choose to share it with others ....?
Manchester United are an elite level football club, who need an elite level manager. Steve is a decent manager, who has alot of managerial experience but not in managing elite level football clubs. Newcastle United are currently NOT an elite level football club, Newcastle United are aspiring to be an elite level football club but in the real world and in the cold light of day that is not the case. While I am on this point, this narrative from you guys that Steve has the backing of his mates in the media is a load of old tosh and could not be further from the truth. I advised Steve to resign at the end of last season after he kept the club in the premier league. Every argument has to have balance! Remember that you little swine.