Newcastle United's owners are reportedly set to appoint Matthias Jaissle as the new head coach, replacing Eddie Howe. Jaissle has a successful managerial career, leading Al Ahli to back-to-back AFC Champions League titles.
Who is Matthias Jaissle?
Matthias Jaissle is a German football manager who has had a bright but relatively low-profile managerial career so far. He came through the academy at Stuttgart and was capped for his nation at under-21 level, before going on to play 65 times for Hoffenheim.
What has Jaissle's career looked like?
Jaissle's career has been marked by success, particularly in his tenure as head coach of RB Salzburg. He won the Austrian Bundesliga in both of his seasons at the club, took them to the Champions League knockout phases for the first time in their history, and oversaw the development of the likes of Karim Adeyemi, Benjamin Sesko, and Noah Okafor.
Why might he appeal to Newcastle?
Jaissle's preferred 4-2-3-1 formation would suit Newcastle's squad well. Lewis Hall and Tino Livramento would likely be expected to support the wingers, allowing them to drift into central areas and supply plenty of goals and assists.
What comes next?
Newcastle's Saudi owners will obviously have been paying close attention to Jaissle's success at Al Ahli, and it remains to be seen how he will adapt to the Premier League and the demands of managing a top-flight team.
Current Context
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 14th in Premier League, 42 pts, 12W-6D-15L from 33 games, recent form LLLWW. Goals this season: 46 scored, 49 conceded (-3 goal difference). Title race: 28 points behind leaders Arsenal. Currently sidelined: Joseph Willock, Alexander Isak, Sven Botman, Lewis Hall, Matt Targett, Joelinton.
