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Newcastle United truth on Kieran McKenna ‘back-up’ talk as Matthias Jaissle stance made clear

Matthias Jaissle has made a steady start to life as Newcastle United boss and retains 100% backing from the powers that be…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 7:00 AM
Newcastle United truth on Kieran McKenna ‘back-up’ talk as Matthias Jaissle stance made clear
Key Things to Know
  • Newcastle chiefs have dismissed reports linking former Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna as a backup for Matthias Jaissle.
  • Club executives David Hopkinson and Ross Wilson remain fully committed to Jaissle and his long-term contract.
  • Newcastle paid £9.5 million to Al-Ahli in the summer to secure Jaissle on a five-year deal.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Newcastle United chiefs have dismissed reports claiming former Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna is being lined up as a contingency plan for Matthias Jaissle. Despite external speculation following Newcastle's 1-1 draw with Fulham, club sources confirmed to Chronicle Live that there is no truth to the rumors, maintaining full backing for the German head coach.

Jaissle signed a five-year contract after Newcastle paid £9.5 million to Al-Ahli, and executives David Hopkinson and Ross Wilson remain committed to his long-term project. With Newcastle holding 12 points from 10 games, club leadership plans to support Jaissle in the upcoming January transfer window.

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