EPL: Newcastle begin new era as Eddie Howe steps down

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe is set to leave the Premier League club with immediate effect after deciding to step away from football, bringing an end to his five-year spell at St James’ Park just weeks before the start of the 2026/27 season.
The development comes as a major surprise after Howe had been overseeing Newcastle’s pre-season preparations, including Wednesday’s 4-1 friendly defeat to Bristol City.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano first reported that Newcastle an