"It has been the privilege of my lifetime to have been the manager of Newcastle United." Howe's coaches Jason Tindall, Graeme Jones, Stephen Purches and Simon Weatherstone will also leave St James' Park, as well as head of performance Dan Hodges. In 2022-23 they qualified for the Champions League and did so again in 2024-25, as well as winning the League Cup. "There have been so many incredible moments in our time here," Howe added. Newcastle's chief executive David Hopkinson added: "Eddie and his staff leave with the deep gratitude and respect of everyone at Newcastle United, and with a lasting place in the club's history.