Newcastle faces challenges after Eddie Howe's departure
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 3:13 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Newcastle United's legendary manager Eddie Howe has departed, prompting concerns about the club's direction. Alan Shearer reflects on Howe's significant contributions, including winning the Carabao Cup in 2025, and expresses worries about the loss of key players and failed signings. Shearer suggests that the club may face a challenging season ahead, with speculation regarding captain Bruno Guimaraes' future and Matthias Jaissle expected to be appointed as the new manager amid a changing at Newcastle.
- •Eddie Howe leaves Newcastle after successful tenure starting in November 2021.
- •The club won the Carabao Cup in 2025, ending a major trophy drought.
- •Key players including Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon have departed this summer.
- •Matthias Jaissle is expected to be appointed as the new manager.
- •Alan Shearer warns of a tough season ahead with ongoing player turnover.
- 3:13 PMYahoo Sports — Challenging times ahead for Newcastle - Shearer
- 3:10 PMBBC Sport — Challenging times ahead for Newcastle - Shearer
"MOTD pundit and Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer explains why he is worried about what will happen next at his old club after the departure of manager Eddie Howe.
"MOTD pundit and Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer explains why he is worried about what will happen next at his old club after the departure of manager Eddie Howe.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 3:13 PMChallenging times ahead for Newcastle - Shearer
MOTD pundit and Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer explains why he is worried about what will happen next at his old club after the departure of manager Eddie Howe.
- BBC SportJul 30, 2026, 3:10 PMChallenging times ahead for Newcastle - Shearer
MOTD pundit and Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer explains why he is worried about what will happen next at his old club after the departure of manager Eddie Howe.
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