The Chronicle claims that former Spurs man Hughton "looks certain to be in charge of the Magpies for the start of their Championship campaign".
The Chronicle reported the comments of Steve McMahon on Friday when he revealed that the Profitable Group he spearheads want to give United the “kiss of life”.
But it appears that Seymour Pierce’s valuation, and that of The Profitable Group, don’t match as United are holding out for the original asking price of £100m.