Eddie Howe to depart Newcastle with immediate effect
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is set to leave the club with immediate effect, sources have told BBC Sport.
Howe's tenure was marked by inconsistency, with the Magpies finishing 12th in the Premier League last season after losing 17 of their 38 games.
The 48-year-old replaced Steve Bruce as manager in November 2021, and achieved a notable success in his time at the club by winning the 2025 Carabao Cup.
He also led Newcastle to Champions League qualification in 2023 and 2025.
Howe's final match in charge was a 4-1 defeat by Bristol City in a pre-season friendly on Wednesday.
The exact circumstances surrounding Howe's departure are unclear, but it is evident that the club's owners have lost confidence in his ability to lead the team.
Newcastle's performances last season were disappointing, and the club's owners are likely to be seeking a more successful and consistent manager to take the reins.
Howe's departure raises questions about the future of the club, and who will be appointed as his replacement.
The club will likely move quickly to appoint a new manager, given the importance of the upcoming season.
More to follow on this story.
Source: Yahoo Sports