Eddie Howe to leave Newcastle as Al Ahli manager prepares to take charge at St James' Park
Eddie Howe is stepping down as Newcastle United manager after five years, with Al-Ahli boss Matthias Jaissle expected to take over. The move follows a disappointing 2025-26 season despite Howe's historic success in securing Champions League football and a Carabao Cup title.
Why it matters
This marks a significant leadership transition for a major Premier League club backed by Saudi Arabia's PIF, signaling a shift in the team's strategic direction.
Eddie Howe is set to step down as Newcastle head coach after nearly five years in charge at St James' Park. Former Red Bull Salzburg and current Al-Ahli boss Matthias Jaissle is reportedly poised to take over at the Magpies.
Howe is set to leave his role as Newcastle head coach, bringing an end to his five-year reign on Tyneside, as per The Athletic . Despite initially deciding to remain in charge at the end of last season, the 48-year-old has experienced a change of heart and informed the club's board that he wishes to take a break from football.
The separation is amicable, and Newcastle officials are already well-prepared for his departure. Advanced talks are currently underway to appoint Al Ahli head coach Jaissle as Howe's successor at St James' Park.
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