Newcastle United part ways with manager Eddie Howe after five years

Eddie Howe is set to leave Newcastle United with immediate effect following a heavy pre-season defeat, ending his five-year tenure at St James’ Park.

The English manager departs in the wake of a humbling 4-1 loss to Championship side Bristol City in their latest warm-up fixture.

Al-Ahli head coach Matthias Jaissle has already been identified as the primary candidate to take over on Tyneside.

Shock departure follows pre-season struggles

The 46-year-old tactician guided the Magpies through a transformative era under their Saudi Arabian ownership over the past half-decade.

However, the comprehensive defeat by second-tier opposition appears to have prompted swift and decisive action from the club’s hierarchy.

Preparations for the upcoming Premier League campaign have now been thrown into disarray just weeks before the new season begins.

Jaissle lined up for St James’ Park role

Attention has immediately turned to securing a successor to lead the North East club forward and restore stability.

German coach Jaissle is reportedly being positioned for a rapid appointment ahead of the opening league fixture.

The highly-rated manager previously took charge of Red Bull Salzburg before making his move to the Middle East, establishing himself as a prominent figure within the global coaching network.