UK time, Newcastle United announced plans to change its club crest for the first time in almost 40 years. The club’s supporters were left to pick up the pieces after something of a shock, and it is fair to say the reaction is mixed at best.

Newcastle United supporters are being asked to give their views on the club’s iconic crest - the oldest in the Premier League.

Newcastle have had the same club badge since the 1980s but are now looking at updating the crest to ensure it translates to the "digital age" - with supporters set to be consulted over the new design