Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher says Newcastle United must stick with Steve Bruce.

Financier Amanda Staveley is leading a takeover deal which involves Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund and the Reuben Brothers.

“I think the big thing for Newcastle is that the supporters had a manager they adored in Rafa Benitez and Mike Ashley lost him," Carragher told Sky Sports.

“They brought in Steve Bruce who I think has done a brilliant job, but he's still not universally loved up there for whatever reason.

“I think the interesting thing is will that be one of the first decisions?

“We talk about buying and selling players, the most important person at a football club is the manager.

“I would love Steve Bruce to get the opportunity to show what he can do in terms of the transfer market."