Newcastle begin new era after Howe exit
Fabian Schar and Bruno Guimaraes paid emotional tributes to Eddie Howe after his departure, thanking him for his belief, trust and impact on them at Newcastle.
Newcastle’s search for another right-back has become more urgent during a summer of major changes at St James’ Park.
Eddie Howe steps down after nearly 5 years, calling it an ‘incredibly difficult’ decision. He leaves after ending Newcastle’s 70-year domestic trophy wait with the 2025 League Cup.
David Ornstein says Newcastle are close to signing Braga keeper Lukas Hornicek for £25.7m, while Bruno Guimaraes, Lewis Hall and Joelinton are all reported to want exits.
Newcastle are preparing to enter a new era after Eddie Howe’s resignation was officially announced on Friday.
Newcastle have an agreement in principle with Braga for Lukas Hornicek, who is being brought in to be the club’s first-choice goalkeeper.
Opinion claims Bruno Guimaraes missing Newcastle’s flight to Spain points to a likely Arsenal move, though the official explanation is his post-World Cup holiday in South America.
Howe leaves with his Newcastle legacy intact after delivering 2 Champions League campaigns and the Carabao Cup, despite a difficult final season that ended with a 12th-place finish.
Arsenal are reportedly considering reviving interest in Tino Livramento while pursuing Bruno Guimaraes, raising the prospect of another Newcastle departure.
Lewis Hall is on Manchester United’s radar. Reports say there has been no club-to-club contact yet, but Howe’s exit could make a move more likely, with Newcastle fans told to be ‘worried’.
Newcastle have been boosted in their Joao Palhinha interest after Bayern said he has 'no future' there, with the midfielder available for sale as Bruno Guimaraes' replacement is sought.
Roberto De Zerbi wants Lucas Bergvall to stay but cannot guarantee starts. Newcastle remain interested after a £46m bid was rejected and could revive talks.
Bruno Guimaraes posted an emotional farewell to Eddie Howe, while Newcastle sources denied reports of an ‘agreement in principle’ with Arsenal, though talks are said to be progressing.
Newcastle are set to appoint Matthias Jaissle on Saturday after Eddie Howe’s exit was confirmed.
