Newcastle confirm Howe resignation as head coach
Eddie Howe has stepped down as head coach of Newcastle United.
The 48-year-old has left after nearly five years in charge, following a disappointing season where the Magpies finished 12th in the Premier League.
Howe had helped the club earn Champions League qualification on two occasions, and win the League Cup in 2024-25.
"After a period of personal reflection, I have decided that now is the right time for me to step away from my role," said Howe.
Newcastle said the process to recruit a new head coach is at an advanced stage. German coach Matthias Jaissle is favourite to be handed the position.
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Howe added: "After nearly five years of giving my life, heart and soul into the club with unrelenting energy, I feel that it is in the best interests of both myself and the club to step away, recharge and take a break.
"Although it's been incredibly difficult to make this decision, I know in my heart that it's the right one.
"It has been the privilege of my lifetime to have been the manager of Newcastle United."
Howe's coaches Jason Tindall, Graeme Jones, Stephen Purches and Simon Weatherstone will also leave St James' Park, as well as head of performance Dan Hodges.
Howe took charge in November 2021 and steered the Magpies to an 11th-placed finish that season.
In 2022-23 they qualified for the Champions League and did so again in 2024-25, as well as winning their first major domestic trophy in 70 years.
Last season the Magpies reached the Champions League knockout phase for the first time, losing to Barcelona in the last 16, but they lost 17 of their 38 Premier League games and failed to secure European football for next season.
"There have been so many incredible moments in our time here," Howe added. "From fighting relegation in our first season to the numerous unforgettable nights at St James' Park in the Champions League soon after. The progression was fast.
"Everyone came together, united and what a force we became. These are all memories that I will cherish for the rest of my life."
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