BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 31. Eddie Howe has stepped down as manager of Newcastle United, the Premier League club announced on Friday, bringing an end to his five-year spell in charge.
The 48-year-old guided Newcastle to their first major domestic trophy in 70 years by winning the League Cup in 2025. During his tenure, he also led the club to qualification for the UEFA Champions League in 2023 and 2025.
In a statement released by the club, Howe said the decision was made after careful consideration.
"After nearly five years of giving my life, heart and soul into the club with unrelenting energy, I feel that it is in the best interests of both myself and the club to step away, recharge and take a break," he said.
Newcastle United has not yet announced a successor.
