Matthias Jaissle has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Eddie Howe as Newcastle United head coach, with Howe expected to leave after nearly five years. The 38-year-old German has built a successful managerial record in Austria and Saudi Arabia, and his high-pressing, attacking approach could suit Newcastle’s style and ambitions.

Jaissle won two Austrian league titles and an Austrian Cup with RB Salzburg, before guiding Al-Ahli to successive Asian Champions League titles in 2025 and 2026. Newcastle’s Saudi ownership may value his success in Saudi Arabia, while the club face a difficult rebuild after Alexander Isak, Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon departed, Bruno Guimaraes is attracting interest, and the team finished 12th last season.