Newcastle United boss Alan Shearer says he's sought advice from his former coaches over his management debut.

He has sought the counsel of former United managers Sir Bobby Robson, Kevin Keegan and Kenny Dalglish. And all have been united in welcoming him to the unique challenge that is football management.

Shearer said: "I've spoken to Kevin, Kenny, Bobby - I spoke to a few coaches as well. It was just the normal stuff - how's it going and are you enjoying it, that kind of thing.

"They said to ring at any time and 'Welcome to the mad house' and all of that stuff. It was good chatting to them."