Steve Bruce isn't giving up on keeping the Newcastle United job.

Bruce is fighting to stay after the club's sale last week.

He said today: "I'll have a crack and try my utmost, who wouldn't want this opportunity? Any manager would love to sit in my chair, so I will make a fist of it and try my utmost. I will try my best for the club.

"There were no discussions on my future, it was all about the team, injuries and how we are looking for the weekend. It was very informal and I have to say they were very good people. It was good to see them, Lets not forget it is a great thing that has happened for the club and the city. If it takes this great club forward, then great."

Ahead of facing Tottenham, he added: "I know it will be ridiculous atmosphere which we will all looking forward. To. Whatever they think of me the most important thing is to see team win and I don't think it will be an atmosphere like we've seen before. The team trained well this week and I hope we can win this match."