Frank McParland has been working with Newcastle United's new owners as a football adviser.

The Evening Chronicle reports McParland is advising Newcastle's new owners as they look to plot their next move .

McParland's CV - including stints at Liverpool, Watford, Burnley and Rangers - and extensive contacts in the game will be a major asset as United look to make the right moves in the next few months.

McParland has been spotted at Newcastle this week.

United are keen not to make any major appointments until foundations are in place - and it could be months, and take the league position to feel more secure, before they feel the conditions are right to do that.