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