Jimenez leaves Newcastle

Updated 11.43 Thu Oct 09 2008
Keywords: dennis wise, tony jimenez, kevin keegan, mike ashley, newcastle united, premier league, football, sport

Mike Ashley appears to have moved a step closer to selling Newcastle United because Tony Jimenez has left the club.

Jimenez was appointed as the club's vice-president (player recruitment) in January.

Newcastle United can today confirm that Tony Jimenez has left the club" - Newcastle United statement

But the club's fans have protested against Ashley, Jimenez and executive director (football) Dennis Wise.

A Newcastle statement read: "Newcastle United can today confirm that Tony Jimenez has left the club.

"Tony, who was appointed vice-president (player recruitment) in January, has made the decision in order to pursue other interests.

"Newcastle United thanks Tony for all of his hard work and efforts and wishes him every success in the future."

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