Two weeks back it was announced Bruce would leave the club via ‘mutual consent’, ending his two and a half year stay at St James’ Park.
Here we take a look at the bookmakers’ runners and riders – from the top European coaches, such as Lucien Favre and Paulo Fonseca, to Belgium’s Roberto Martinez and fellow Spaniard Unai Emery.
9. Lucien Favre - 7/1
Head coach Lucien Favre of Dortmund is seen during the Bundesliga match between Borussia Dortmund and VfB Stuttgart at Signal Iduna Park on December 12, 2020 in Dortmund, Germany. Photo: Lars Baron
10. Eddie Howe - 6/1
Eddie Howe, Manager of AFC Bournemouth walks off dejected at the final whistle as it is confirmed Bournemouth are relegated from the Premier League following during the Premier League match between Everton FC and AFC Bournemouth at Goodison Park on July 26, 2020 in Liverpool, England. Photo: Clive Brunskill
11. Paulo Fonseca - 6/1
Paulo Fonseca manager of AS Roma gestures during the Serie A match between Spezia Calcio and AS Roma at Stadio Alberto Picco on May 23, 2021 in La Spezia, Italy. Photo: Gabriele Maltinti
12. Roberto Martinez - 3/1
Roberto Martinez, Head Coach of Belgium reacts during the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Quarter-final match between Belgium and Italy at Football Arena Munich on July 02, 2021 in Munich, Germany. Photo: Stuart Franklin