Newcastle United have appointed Matthias Jaissle as their new manager, replacing Eddie Howe after his departure this summer. The 38-year-old German coach arrives from Saudi side Al-Ahli and has signed a four-year contract at St James' Park.
Who is Matthias Jaissle?
Jaissle, who previously managed Red Bull Salzburg, led Al-Ahli to back-to-back AFC Champions League victories in 2025 and 2026. His impressive track record includes winning the Austrian league title twice with Salzburg in 2022 and 2023. Newcastle paid Al-Ahli an €11 million fee to secure his services.
Why did Eddie Howe leave?
Howe left Newcastle after nearly five years at the club, during which he guided them to multiple Champions League qualifications and their first trophy since 1955, the League Cup in 2025. His departure followed the sales of key players Sandro Tonali to Tottenham Hotspur and Anthony Gordon to FC Barcelona, which reportedly left him unhappy with the club's board.
What are Jaissle's first tasks?
Jaissle will take charge of his first match on Monday, when Newcastle face Valencia in a friendly at Mestalla. He will work with Dutch defenders Sean Steur and Sven Botman. Jaissle expressed his excitement about the new challenge, stating, "When Newcastle United come your way, you certainly take notice. The club's ambition and vision for the future made this an incredibly attractive place to be."
What did Jaissle say about his appointment?
Jaissle praised Newcastle's progress and vision, saying, "I have followed the club's development closely over recent years and the progress that has been made is plain for everyone to see. I am hugely excited about the future. I believe fully and without reservation in this project, the ambition and the course the club are taking."
