Eddie Howe set to leave Newcastle; Matthias Jaissle lined up as successor
10 sources • 3 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Eddie Howe will step down as Newcastle United's manager after nearly five years, with Matthias Jaissle from Al Ahli reportedly poised to take over. Howe informed the club of his intention to take a break from football following a challenging season, where Newcastle finished 12th in the Premier League and exited the Champions League in the round of 16. His departure is expected to be officially confirmed shortly, as Newcastle enters advanced talks with Jaissle. During his tenure, Howe guided the team to avoid relegation and secured the 2025 Carabao Cup.
- •Howe has been manager for almost five years.
- •Newcastle finished the previous season in 12th place.
- •Jaissle won back-to-back AFC Champions League titles with Al Ahli.
- •Confirmation of Howe's departure is expected soon.
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"48-year-old under scrutiny after last season’s 12th place Former Bournemouth coach guided club to Carabao Cup Eddie Howe is to leave his role as Newcastle United head coach after 231 games and just under five years at St James’ Park. His exit comes in the wake of a 4-1 defeat by Bristol City in a pre-season friendly at Ashton Gate on Wednesday evening, after which he hinted at changes at the club. “There has been a lot of change at the football club and potentially more to come,” he said when asked about his optimism ahead of the new season. This story will be updated Continue reading...
"Eddie Howe is expected to leave his role as Newcastle head coach less than a month before the start of the Premier League season. Howe’s impending departure was reported by outlets including the BBC and the Press Association on Thursday. Howe took charge of Newcastle's 4-1 preseason friendly loss to Bristol City on Wednesday, which may have been a pointer to a difficult campaign ahead following departures of star players this summer.
"Newcastle United’s summer of upheaval took its biggest and most unexpected turn this week as the club and its gaffer parted ways midweek. After the news leaked on Thursday morning, Newcastle officially confirmed on Friday that Eddie Howe has in fact decided to step down, with the former Magpies boss ending one of the most […]
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 9:00 AMEddie Howe Addresses Unexpected Newcastle Move Before Preseason Training Camp
Newcastle United’s summer of upheaval took its biggest and most unexpected turn this week as the club and its gaffer parted ways midweek. After the news leaked on Thursday morning, Newcastle officially confirmed on Friday that Eddie Howe has in fact decided to step down, with the former Magpies boss ending one of the most […]
- ESPN SoccerJul 31, 2026, 4:39 PMNewcastle confirm Howe has stepped down as boss
Newcastle United have confirmed that Eddie Howe has stepped down from his role as head coach.
- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 3:35 PM🚨 BREAKING: Newcastle confirm shock Eddie Howe departure
Newcastle have announced that head coach Eddie Howe has stood down from his role with immediate effect.The news comes as a big surprise, with the new season just weeks away from starting.In a club sta...
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 11:30 AMWhat’s Next For Newcastle After Eddie Howe’s Departure?
Eddie Howe has reportedly decided to leave Newcastle United with the St James' Park club facing a transitional season.
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 9:36 AMEddie Howe set to leave Newcastle United after nearly five years in charge
Eddie Howe is expected to leave his role as Newcastle head coach less than a month before the start of the Premier League season. Howe’s impending departure was reported by outlets including the BBC and the Press Association on Thursday. Howe took charge of Newcastle's 4-1 preseason friendly loss to Bristol City on Wednesday, which may have been a pointer to a difficult campaign ahead following departures of star players this summer.
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 9:33 AMEddie Howe to step down as Newcastle manager
Eddie Howe is set to step down as Newcastle United boss after almost five years in charge, the Press Association understands. The 48-year-old arrived on Tyneside in November 2021 and ended the club’s 70-year wait for domestic silverware with League Cup glory in 2025.
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 9:20 AMHowe set for shock Newcastle exit as successor revealed
Eddie Howe will reportedly leave Newcastle United in the coming days, less than a month before the start of the new Premier League season. The 48-year-old remained in charge of the first team followin...
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 8:35 AMEddie Howe set to leave Newcastle United
Eddie Howe is set to step down as Newcastle United head coach according to reports.The Magpies first appointed former Bournemouth boss Howe midway through the 2021/22 season as a replacement for Steve...
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 8:30 AMEddie Howe leaves Newcastle after five years in charge
Eddie Howe is leaving his role as Newcastle United head coach.The 48-year-old has spent five years in charge of the club and ended their wait 70-year wait for a major trophy by winning the Carabao Cup...
- The Guardian SportJul 30, 2026, 8:26 AMEddie Howe to leave Newcastle United after almost five years in charge
48-year-old under scrutiny after last season’s 12th place Former Bournemouth coach guided club to Carabao Cup Eddie Howe is to leave his role as Newcastle United head coach after 231 games and just under five years at St James’ Park. His exit comes in the wake of a 4-1 defeat by Bristol City in a pre-season friendly at Ashton Gate on Wednesday evening, after which he hinted at changes at the club. “There has been a lot of change at the football club and potentially more to come,” he said when asked about his optimism ahead of the new season. This story will be updated Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 8:01 AMEddie Howe Leaves Newcastle United, Matthias Jaissle New Manager: Breaking
Newcastle United is set for a seismic change just over three weeks before the start of the new Premier League season. After months of speculation surrounding his future, and after committing to Newcastle for the upcoming season at the end of last campaign, Eddie Howe has decided to leave St. James’ Park. The news brings […]
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 7:50 AM🚨 Eddie Howe 'set to leave Newcastle' with surprising successor lined up
Eddie Howe is set to leave Newcastle after almost five years in charge, with Al Ahli head coach Matthias Jaissle lined up as his successor, according to The Athletic's David Ornstein.The report says H...
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