Newcastle appoints Matthias Jaissle as head coach ahead of new season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 6:27 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Newcastle United has confirmed Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach, succeeding Eddie Howe. Jaissle, who previously managed RB Salzburg and Al-Ahli, has joined the squad at their pre-season training camp. The club reportedly paid over £9 million in compensation for his services. Jaissle faces the challenge of stabilizing a squad in transition, particularly after a difficult 2025-26 season for Newcastle. The team is set to begin the new campaign at home against Liverpool on August 23.
- •Jaissle took over after Eddie Howe stepped down.
- •He arrives with a strong coaching pedigree, following titles in Austria.
- •Newcastle paid significant compensation for Jaissle's hiring.
- •The team is transitioning with several key player departures.
- •Newcastle opens the season against Liverpool on August 23.
- 6:27 PMYahoo Sports — Newcastle confirm appointment of Matthias Jaissle as new head coach
"Newcastle are understood to have paid significant compensation – reportedly in excess of £9million – to secure the German’s services
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