Eddie Howe

🚨 INSIDE STORY: Why Eddie Howe could NOT carry on at NUFC 🇬🇷 Moment in Greece he was "all in" 🤔 Midsummer U-turn 🇺🇸 US trip to see Bruno Guimaraes 🇧🇷 Joelinton's wish to leave ❌ World Cup medical abandoned 🗡️ Coup that shattered Saudi illusion https://t.co/vQdz0TRRH6

Anyone who thinks Eddie Howe wasn’t forced out when they immediately lined up Matthias Jaissle of Al Ahli as a replacement is very naive.

Understand the decision was Eddie Howe's. He parts amicably. Matthias Jaissle will be his replacement. Club wanted that in place before announcing Howe's departure. https://t.co/I2JGmIDt1k

More on Eddie Howe’s departure. Howe told Newcastle’s hierarchy he wanted to leave several weeks ago but agreed to stay on until a replacement found. A decision not taken lightly and informed in part by high-profile exits at the club. Howe aware even before Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali left that there would be sales. Al-Ahli’s Matthias Jaissle expected to replace Howe. 🤝 @alex_crook

And this is one of the reasons Eddie Howe quit. A lot of people wouldn’t have been happy with a “transition season” if he was still in charge and I don’t imagine he would have survived another 12th place finish. Now it’s a reasonable question asked by Joel. Expectations need to be adjusted. Not just among fans but the club as a whole. Newcastle 2:0 is fine as a concept but you don’t lose four of your best players inside 12 months and the most successful manager for a generation and not suffer in the short term #nufc

🚨 Newcastle United confirm Eddie Howe informed the club of his decision to step down as head coach. Newcastle say they accepted Howe's decision and "would like to thank him for his extraordinary contribution". Howe won the 2025 League Cup, qualified Newcastle to the Champions League, and got a memorable home win in the tournament against PSG. Jason Tindall, Graeme Jones, Stephen Purches and Simon Weatherstone, and head of performance Dan Hodges also depart. 🗣️ Howe: “After a period of personal reflection, I have decided that now is the right time for me to step away from my role as head coach of Newcastle United. “After nearly five years of giving my life, heart and soul into the club with unrelenting energy, I feel that it is in the best interests of both myself and the club to step away, recharge and take a break. “Although it’s been incredibly difficult to make this decision, I know in my heart that it’s the right one. I have always put the best interests of Newcastle before my own in every single decision I have made whilst I’ve been here and this one is no different. “It has been the privilege of my lifetime to have been the manager of Newcastle United. “It is difficult to put into words what this club, the city and its supporters mean, and will always mean, to me and my family. From the moment myself, Jason and all of the staff arrived nearly half a decade ago, Newcastle instantly felt like home and the people here welcomed us with open arms. We took huge pride in representing the club from day one and this city will always hold a very special place in our hearts. “There have been so many incredible moments in our time here. From fighting relegation in our first season to the numerous unforgettable nights at St. James’ Park in the Champions League soon after. The progression was fast. “Everyone came together, united and what a force we became, culminating in bringing home our first domestic trophy in 70 years. These are all memories that I will cherish for the rest of my life. “I would like to put on record my sincere thanks and appreciation to Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Jamie Reuben, Jacobo Solís and everyone at PIF, David Hopkinson, Ross Wilson and the entire ownership and leadership group for placing their trust in me and for giving me the opportunity to lead this special football club.“I remain incredibly positive and enthusiastic about the future of Newcastle. The club is in fantastic hands with a great leadership team and I have no doubt together, alongside whoever comes in to replace me, they will continue to deliver success on the pitch. “Thank you to Jason Tindall, Graeme Jones, Stephen Purches, Simon Weatherstone, Dan Hodges, Andy Howe and Jordan Tribe for their incredible loyalty, support and dedication and to all of the amazing staff behind the scenes whose hard work and loyalty makes this club what it is. “A special thank you to all of the players who have represented the club during my time here. Without you, nothing would have been possible and it’s been an honour to have coached you all. “Finally, and most importantly, thank you to our incredible supporters. Your passion and loyalty have inspired me every single day. To stand on the touchline at St. James’ Park as your manager with the honour of representing your club has meant more to me than you will ever know. “While my journey as manager has now come to an end, the affinity and love I will always hold for Newcastle United never will. “Thank you for everything. I wish the club every success for the future.” Matthias Jaissle will replace Howe with the deal set to be formalised in the next 24 hours.

🚨 Newcastle United confirm Eddie Howe informed the club of his decision to step down as head coach. Newcastle say they accepted Howe's decision and "would like to thank him for his extraordinary contribution". Howe won the 2025 League Cup, qualified Newcastle to the Champions League, and got a memorable home win in the tournament against PSG. Jason Tindall, Graeme Jones, Stephen Purches and Simon Weatherstone, and head of performance Dan Hodges also depart. 🗣️ Howe: “After a period of personal reflection, I have decided that now is the right time for me to step away from my role as head coach of Newcastle United. “After nearly five years of giving my life, heart and soul into the club with unrelenting energy, I feel that it is in the best interests of both myself and the club to step away, recharge and take a break. “Although it’s been incredibly difficult to make this decision, I know in my heart that it’s the right one. I have always put the best interests of Newcastle before my own in every single decision I have made whilst I’ve been here and this one is no different. “It has been the privilege of my lifetime to have been the manager of Newcastle United. “It is difficult to put into words what this club, the city and its supporters mean, and will always mean, to me and my family. From the moment myself, Jason and all of the staff arrived nearly half a decade ago, Newcastle instantly felt like home and the people here welcomed us with open arms. We took huge pride in representing the club from day one and this city will always hold a very special place in our hearts. “There have been so many incredible moments in our time here. From fighting relegation in our first season to the numerous unforgettable nights at St. James’ Park in the Champions League soon after. The progression was fast. “Everyone came together, united and what a force we became, culminating in bringing home our first domestic trophy in 70 years. These are all memories that I will cherish for the rest of my life. “I would like to put on record my sincere thanks and appreciation to Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Jamie Reuben, Jacobo Solís and everyone at PIF, David Hopkinson, Ross Wilson and the entire ownership and leadership group for placing their trust in me and for giving me the opportunity to lead this special football club.“I remain incredibly positive and enthusiastic about the future of Newcastle. The club is in fantastic hands with a great leadership team and I have no doubt together, alongside whoever comes in to replace me, they will continue to deliver success on the pitch. “Thank you to Jason Tindall, Graeme Jones, Stephen Purches, Simon Weatherstone, Dan Hodges, Andy Howe and Jordan Tribe for their incredible loyalty, support and dedication and to all of the amazing staff behind the scenes whose hard work and loyalty makes this club what it is. “A special thank you to all of the players who have represented the club during my time here. Without you, nothing would have been possible and it’s been an honour to have coached you all. “Finally, and most importantly, thank you to our incredible supporters. Your passion and loyalty have inspired me every single day. To stand on the touchline at St. James’ Park as your manager with the honour of representing your club has meant more to me than you will ever know. “While my journey as manager has now come to an end, the affinity and love I will always hold for Newcastle United never will. “Thank you for everything. I wish the club every success for the future.” Matthias Jaissle will replace Howe with the deal set to be formalised in the next 24 hours.