Newcastle's Andy Howe leaves recruitment position amid changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Newcastle United has officially parted ways with senior football executive Andy Howe, the nephew of former head coach Eddie Howe. This decision comes as the club continues to reshape its recruitment team under new head coach Matthias Jaissle and sporting director Ross Wilson. Andy Howe, who served around five years within the scouting and recruitment department, has been credited with significant recruitment successes, including players like Sandro Tonali and Tino Livramento. His departure follows a series of changes in Newcastle’s recruitment structure, including the recent exit of head of recruitment Steve Nickson. Reports indicate that Andy Howe leaves amicably as he seeks new opportunities beyond St James' Park. His exit marks a pivotal shift in the club’s recruitment operations as it transitions into a new phase post-Eddie Howe.
- •Andy Howe has left his role as senior football executive at Newcastle.
- •His exit comes amid a restructuring of the club's recruitment team.
- •Andy Howe played a key role in acquiring notable players for the club.
- •Matthias Jaissle and Ross Wilson are leading the new direction post-Eddie Howe.
- •Newcastle's recruitment department is undergoing significant changes.
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Eddie’s Nephew Andy Howe Leaves Recruitment Role At Newcastle
"The departure of the influential scout marks a total overhaul of the Magpies’ recruitment team as Matthias Jaissle and Ross Wilson solidify a new era on Tyneside.
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