Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe is supposedly open to the idea of taking over the reins at Manchester United.Erik ten Hag bought himself some breathing space after overseeing United’s spirited

There is no suggestion that the pressure is mounting on Howe, but any dissent headed his way would be completely misplaced. The United boss is not above criticism but the 'blame' for the stuttering start to the season should not be laid at his door.

Eddie Howe was left frustrated as Newcastle United squandered a big opportunity to take a point against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.