Source: Daily_Mail
Chris Hughton sacking by Newcastle not rational, insists Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger
Arsene Wenger feels Chris Hughton's departure from Newcastle does not appear 'rational'.[LNB]Newcastle owner Mike Ashley relieved Hughton of his position, despite a positive showing on their return to the Barclays Premier League - which included a memorable 1-0 win over Arsenal at Emirates Stadium on November 7.[LNB] Farewell: Hughton was sacked by Newcastle on Monday[LNB]Former Magpies favourite Peter Beardsley has been given temporary charge of team affairs ahead of Saturday's Barclays Premier League clash against Liverpool.[LNB]Shocked: Wenger[LNB]A permanent replacement is expected to be confirmed shortly, with the likes of Martin Jol, Alan Pardew and Alan Curbishley all being linked.[LNB]Wenger accepts sometimes the decisions made by the board can leave managers and fans alike perplexed.[LNB]The Arsenal boss said: 'I am sad for him and told you what I thought of Chris Hughton before we played against them, and I have not changed my mind.[LNB]'We are in a job where we depend on the decisions of the board above us.[LNB]'Sometimes it does not always look rational - but England lost the World Cup bid and that did not look rational at all.'[LNB] Toon turmoil: Jol and Pardew in the frame after Newcastle sack Hughton Hughton betrayal: Ashley the assassin leaves Newcastle fans bewildered NEWCASTLE FC
