Newcastle United caretaker boss John Carver says the club needs to make a decision over the next manager.

Caretaker boss Carver would still like the job on a permanent basis but concedes his chances may have gone after a third defeat against Southampton in four matches since taking over from Alan Pardew.

"I want this uncertainty to end - I think everyone does," he said.

"The staff, the crowd, and myself. I still love this and want to do it. But sometimes it's out of your hands.

"Everybody isn't sure what is going on. I think after the result tonight a decision has to be made - whether it's me or someone else.

"But you've got to win football matches (to get the job)."