Eddie Howe is set to leave his role as Newcastle United manager after almost five years in charge, according to multiple reports. The Athletic says the decision is made by Howe himself, with his departure linked to a planned change of manager. Newcastle’s recent success is also highlighted: Howe led the club to its first major trophy in 70 years with the 2025 Carabao Cup.
Several outlets report that Matthias Jaissle, currently head coach at Al Ahli, is being lined up to replace Howe. Yahoo Sports, citing The Athletic’s David Ornstein, describes Jaissle as the successor under consideration, while the i similarly states that Howe is resigning and that Jaissle is expected to take over. The Independent adds additional context about Jaissle as the reported next manager, while keeping the focus on what is known about his background and the likelihood of the move.
No sources provide full details on timing or contract terms, but the overall picture is that Howe’s exit and Jaissle’s appointment are closely connected in the near future.
