Eddie Howe has departed as Newcastle United manager, with his exit on Thursday, 30 July 2026, reportedly stemming from a challenging Premier League season and an uninspiring transfer window. Newcastle finished 12th last season, a significant distance from their chief executive David Hopkinson's ambition seven months ago to be in the debate about being the top club in the world by 2030.
The club's need to sell players to generate income and comply with financial regulations has been a key factor. Newcastle has seen the departures of Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali, following the £125m sale of Alexander Isak to Liverpool last September. Captain Bruno Guimaraes is also rumoured to be leaving.
Howe, who led Newcastle to a Carabao Cup victory last year, reportedly communicated his intention to leave two weeks ago. Former RB Salzburg boss Matthias Jaissle, currently managing Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli, is reportedly set to be appointed as his successor.