Newcastle to Appoint Matthias Jaissle as Head Coach Following Eddie Howe's Departure

Newcastle United will announce Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach on Saturday after confirming Eddie Howe's exit. Jaissle, previously with Red Bull Salzburg, will begin his tenure with a pre-season match against Valencia.

<p>Newcastle United is preparing to introduce Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach on Saturday, following the confirmation of Eddie Howe's departure.</p><p>The club has reportedly agreed to pay £9.5 million (€11 million) in compensation to Al Ahli for Jaissle, who previously managed Red Bull Salzburg. He is expected to sign a four-year contract and meet his new players at their training camp in La Manga, Spain, on the same day.</p><p>Jaissle's appointment comes after Newcastle officially announced Howe's exit on Friday, which was delayed to finalize the agreement with Jaissle. His first match in charge will be a pre-season friendly against Valencia at the Mestalla next Saturday.</p>