‘Eye-Watering Cost’ Will Be A Factor In Newcastle Sack Decision – Report
Newcastle United would have to consider the “eye-watering cost” if they were to part ways with Matthias Jaissle and his coaching staff, according to reports.
There has been talk of sacking the German following back-to-back losses to Everton over the past week.
Jaissle has been on the receiving end of fierce criticism, both due to the club’s style of play and his selection decisions, with many of the club’s summer signings not getting regular minutes.
However, Chronicle Live claim that Jaissle does retain the complete backing of the club’s hierarchy despite recent results, and part of the motivation to keep faith in the 38-year-old is believed to be financial.
Newcastle would have to pay substantial compensation
The Magpies are currently paying off the remainder of Eddie Howe’s contract, having also handed Al-Ahli £9.5m to release Jaissle from the Saudi Pro League club.
If CEO David Hopkinson and sporting director Ross Wilson, in consultation with PIF, then opt to sack Jaissle and his coaching staff, it would add further expenses.
It means there is even greater motivation to stay the course and hope that Jaissle can turn the situation around over the coming days and weeks.
Jaissle’s next 5 games
Newcastle’s last match before the international break is against Fulham at Craven Cottage. Alvaro Arbeloa’s side have won 2 and drawn 1 since losing to Ipswich last month, so they will be in confident mood. It won’t be an easy fixture for Jaissle’s team.
After the return of club football, the Magpies will have a very tough run where they take on Arsenal (h), Brighton (a), Manchester United (h) and Sunderland (h)
If Jaissle can get through those fixtures unscathed, then supporters will feel more confident that he is the right man for the job.
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