Football: Kinnear in shock Newcastle return

Former Newcastle manager Joe Kinnear on Sunday confirmed he is returning to the club as director of football.

The 66-year-old left Newcastle in 2009 after suffering a heart attack.

He was only in charge for six months, leaving in April 2009 just before the club were relegated from the Premier League.

“It’s an interesting role for myself and I don’t think I could be at a better club to do it,” Kinnear told Sky Sports News.