Source: Daily_Mail
Alan Shearer rules himself out of the running for Cardiff City job
ShareAlan Shearer revealed on Tuesday night he has been 'unsuccessful' in his talks about taking over as manager of Cardiff City. [LNB]The former Newcastle boss has been one of the people considered for the vacant post, but announced in a statement he would not be taking up the role.[LNB] Tough times: Alan Shearer (right) was in charge of Newcastle when they were relegated[LNB]Shearer said: 'I can confirm that I was one of the candidates that the club spoke to about the vacant manager's position at Cardiff City. [LNB]'During these talks I was most impressed with the vision, ambition and determination of the owner Dato Chan Tien Ghee and the board. Unfortunately those talks were unsuccessful. [LNB]'Cardiff City is a great club and I wish them every success next season.'[LNB] Glory days: Shearer (centre) became a legend at Newcastle for his goalscoring exploits[LNB]Shearer's only previous managerial role was his ill-fated spell in charge of Newcastle at the end of the 2008-09 season, when he won just one of his eight games in charge as his hometown club were relegated from the Barclays Premier League. [LNB]Cardiff have been without a manager since parting company with Dave Jones on May 30 in the wake of their Championship play-off semi-final defeat to Reading. Shearer was only one of a handful of candidates being considered for the post. [LNB]After his stint at Newcastle, Shearer returned to the Match of the Day studio and seemed destined for a lifetime on the sofa as jobs came and went without him being considered.[LNB] Time's up: Dave Jones was sacked by Cardiff after another failure in the play-offs[LNB]But he has made no secret of his desire to give management another crack, while recognising he may have to drop down to the Championship.[LNB]However, the Cardiff hierarchy, who sacked Jones for failing in the play-offs, will continue their search for the man they feel can gain them promotion to the top flight. There will be a ?20million budget for transfers and wages.[LNB] Newcastle close in on Barnetta with Pardew set to pip Sunderland to GardnerOff the sofa! MOTD pundit Shearer emerges as shock contender to take over at CardiffLiverpool and Bayern target Enrique holding out on new deal at Newcastle [LNB] [LNB] Explore more:People: Alan Shearer Places: Newcastle, Cardiff
