The writing looks to be on the wall for the Magpies boss, who has presided over a particularly grim ten-match run without a win, eight of which were losses.As things stand, the Whites are 12th place at the season's half-way point - equidistant between the relegation zone and the Europa League places.Meanwhile, down in the second-tier, Huddersfield Town are back in action this evening, when they face Bristol City at Ashton Gate. Carlos Corberan's side have list their last three games on the trot, and will be eager to return to winning ways and halt their slide down the table.The Terriers have found the Robins to be somewhat of a bogey team in recent times, having lost six of their last eight encounters against them.Elsewhere, Yorkshire sides Sheffield Wednesday and Rotherham United continue to battle in the relegation zone scrap, while Barnsley will be looking to end a mini-blip and continue their impressive campaign.Here's our latest round-up of the news and transfer talk, including clubs from Yorkshire and beyond:

1. Roberts tipped for loan exit
Middlesbrough look set to send loanee winger Patrick Roberts back to Manchester City, in order to bring in a fresh option. The ex-Celtic loanee star played just nine appearances for Boro this season. (Football League World) Photo: Naomi Baker

2. Blues join Deeney chase
Birmingham City have emerged as close second-favourites to sign Watford striker Troy Deeney. However, West Brom remain the current front-runners to seal the deal this month. (Sky Bet) Photo: Nathan Stirk

3. Rovers stopper set for loan move
Blackburn Rovers goalkeeper Joe Hilton looks set to go out on loan, with Ross County looking to be his most likely destination. The 21-year-old spent time developing with both Everton and Man City's youth academy. (Daily Record) Photo: Jan Kruger

4. Terriers land Holmes
Huddersfield Town have completed the signing of midfielder Duane Holmes from Derby County. The deal has seen the 26-year-old return to his boyhood club over four years since he left them for Scunthorpe United. (Club website) Photo: Stephen Pond

