Hughes, it is understood, feels he can take Blackburn only so far and those close to 'Sparky', 44, say he wants to test himself at a big club. The former Wales boss would want to take his own backroom staff - Mark Bowen, Glynn Hodges and Eddie Niedzwiecki - because they have played an important part in his achievements.
Blackburn boss Hughes waiting for Newcastle approach
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