Eddie Howe is set to leave his role as Newcastle head coach, sources have told ESPN, bringing an end to his five years in charge. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is set to leave the club with immediate effect, sources tell BBC Sport. 48-year-old under scrutiny after last season’s 12th placeFormer Bournemouth coach guided club to Carabao CupEddie Howe has left his role as Newcastle United head coach after 231 games and just under five years at St James’ Park.His exit comes in the wake of a 4-1 defeat by Bristol City in a pre-season friendly at Ashton Gate on Wednesday evening, after which he hinted at changes at the club.
“There has been a lot of change at the football club and potentially more to come,” he said when asked about his optimism ahead of the new season.This story will be updated Continue reading... Eddie Howe is leaving his role as Newcastle manager after five years at St James’ Park, the BBC and Sky reported on Thursday. The 48-year-old replaced Steve Bruce in November 2021 and won the League Cup in March 2025 — the club’s first major trophy since 1969.
The former Bournemouth boss also led Newcastle to Champions League qualification in 2023 and 2025. But he came under pressure last season as the Magpies finished 12th in the Premier League, with 17 defeats in their 38 games. The club have been depleted by the departures of Sandro Tonali to Tottenham and England forward Anthony Gordon to Barcelona in recent weeks.
Speculation continues over the future of captain Bruno Guimaraes. Howe’s final match in charge was a 4-1 defeat to Championship side Bristol City in a pre-season friendly on Wednesday. AFP The post Eddie Howe leaves Newcastle after five years appeared first on Vanguard News.
Eddie Howe has left his role as Newcastle United head coach.
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