Matthias Jaissle to Newcastle? Who is the coach replacing Eddie Howe at St James' Park and what can we expect?
Matthias Jaissle has been identified as the successor to Eddie Howe as the head coach of Newcastle United. The 38-year-old German manager brings experience from his time in Austria, Saudi Arabia, and his background in the Red Bull coaching system.
Why it matters
This appointment marks a significant transition for a major Premier League club, signaling a shift in tactical direction and management philosophy.
Matthias Jaissle, Eddie Howe's replacement at Newcastle United, might not be too well known given that his only head coaching roles to date have been in Austria and Saudi Arabia. So who is the man arriving to take charge at St James' Park? <p>The 38-year-old German played for Hoffenheim before embarking on a coaching career that took him to Denmark and into an academy role at Red Bull Salzburg. His first senior job was at FC Liefering, moving on to the top job at Salzburg in the summer of 2021.</p><p>Jaissle won the double in his first season and retained the league in his second.
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