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06 Aug 2026, 16:59

Matthias Jaissle to Newcastle: who is the coach set to replace Eddie Howe

  • Reports have emerged that Matthias Jaissle’s appointment as Newcastle United’s new head coach is already underway, with the project “Newcastle 2.0” being linked to the German specialist.
  • According to the information, Jaissle’s next move would be taking him from FC Liefering to the Premier League, with his previous work including Red Bull Salzburg.
  • Sky Sports says Jaissle has been on the radar of FC Liefering and Red Bull Salzburg, while ESPN reports that he is also being considered for the job at Newcastle United.

For more details about the move, see Sky Sports and ESPN.

Newcastle United CEO Matthias Jaissle “rock star” has announced that he is the man who will be replacing Eddie Howe, whose club will be carrying out the “Newcastle 2.0” project. In his view, Jaissle’s criteria for the new coach include the club’s need for a specialist to lead the team.

ESPN also notes that the CEO’s choice is based on criteria, which, according to the publication, are linked to the coach’s experience and his work at Salzburg. It is also reported that Howe’s replacement is expected to be a key step in the club’s plans.

According to Sky Sports, Jaissle has been working with the team since the previous season and has helped Salzburg win the league. The publication also says that the coach has been involved in the club’s “double” success, and that his work helped Salzburg achieve results in the Austrian league.

Sky Sports also adds that Jaissle’s philosophy is based on pressing and quick transitions, and that the coach’s approach could be adapted to Newcastle’s style of play. The outlet notes that his methods may be aimed at improving the team’s performance and controlling matches.

Meanwhile, Sky Sports believes that Jaissle’s appointment is motivated by the club’s desire to find a coach with a clear tactical identity, as well as by the need to bring in a specialist whose ideas can be implemented in the Premier League.

Tags: Europe/Sport/Football

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  • www.skysports.com - Matthias Jaissle to Newcastle? Who is the coach replacing Eddie Howe at St James' Park and what can we expect?
  • www.espn.com - 'Rock star' Matthias Jaissle the perfect man for 'Newcastle 2.0' - club CEO
  • www.nytimes.com - Matthias Jaissle, by those who have worked with him and watched him closely
  • www.independent.co.uk - Who is Matthias Jaissle? Little-known Al-Ahli coach replaces Eddie Howe at Newcastle