Newcastle United confirmed Eddie Howe is leaving the club. The Austrian-German coach is expected to take the job. Matthias Jaissle has emerged as the frontrunner.
He is forty-one years of age. He coaches Saudi side Al-Ahli today.
The national outlets, fan sites and the goal outlet all flag the switch. The Independent flags Jaissle is little-known and that would mean his maiden Premier League role. Reports from late July 2026 say the club wants him. The switch is imminent.