Challenging Times Loom for Geordie Fans After Eddie Howe Leaves
Newcastle fans will have to brace for difficult times as the club's legendary manager leaves, according to Alan Shearer. Howe, who ended Newcastle’s trophy drought in 2025 with a Carabao Cup victory, left in a surprise move just two weeks before the pre-season starts.
‘You cannot keep selling your best players’ and hoping to compete at the top of the league,’ warns Shearer, pointing out the sell-off of key talents like Alexander Isak, Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali. The manager's departure leaves a significant void on the club level, with Matthias Jaissle, currently 38 years old, taking over.
Newcastle faces tough seasons ahead as it adapts its strategy under new management. According to Shearer, ‘It is a changing football club – in terms of its owners’ aims and ambitions and their transfer strategy…’ targeting:Frequently Asked Questions
When will Matthias Jaissle be officially announced?
We do not know the exact timing but Jaissle is expected to get the job, with only weeks until the new season begins.
Will Bruno Guimaraes soon follow Isak and Tonali into transfer speculation?
Based on the current trend, it's highly probable that Bruno’s future will also come under scrutiny in the near term.