Many Toon fans are still not convinced he has what takes to become a top manager, and many of the players at St James' Park were hardly crying in their beer when he left.But we ask YOU to pass comment on our message board. Do you think he will be a success?
Roeder says John Hartson, a player he tried to sign for Newcastle, will lead his team out of the relegation zone.
Roeder: "Hartson has vast experience.