The Magpies have had a strong start to the season in the Championship and club owner Mike Ashley is reportedly keen on keeping Hughton at the club.
“I am honoured to be offered the job, we are still in negotiations, it is something we hope will get resolved,” Hughton told The Newcastle Chronicle.
“I’ve always felt that the manager’s situation was an issue, but not the most important one.
“Getting results has been the most important thing.
“Once we have got Scunthorpe and Doncaster out of the way, we will have discussions with Derek Llambias.
“It will involve moving from caretaker to manager on a full-time basis.
“They have indicated to me that they want to turn it from a temporary role to a permanant one.”
