Daniel Farke hails Eddie Howe legacy and notes Matthias Jaissle bond in Newcastle start | OneFootball

Daniel Farke has hailed Eddie Howe’s legacy at Newcastle United and says Matthias Jaissle has quickly built a strong bond with his players ahead of Monday’s Premier League meeting at Elland Road.

According to Leeds Live, Howe left this summer after nearly five years in charge, having twice secured Champions League qualification and ended the club’s long wait for silverware with the 2025 Carabao Cup.

Jaissle was identified as Howe’s successor after the former told officials he intended to depart, and with only three weeks to assess the squad he has an unblemished record from his first five matches. That run now faces scrutiny against Leeds in a televised encounter.

Farke said he has not met Jaissle yet, but he appreciates Howe’s work and feels the new coach and his squad have a strong bond. He expects Newcastle to be difficult opponents.

Last season’s corresponding fixture ended level, before Newcastle beat Leeds 4-3 at St James’ Park, overturning a 3-2 deficit with injury-time goals from Bruno Guimaraes and Harvey Barnes.

Leeds will be without centre-back Joe Rodon due to a hamstring problem, while Ilia Gruev could make his first squad appearance of the season. Newcastle are missing Dan Burn, Joelinton and William Osula, though Amar Dedic is anticipated to feature after a half-time withdrawal in the Carabao Cup win at Millwall because of tight hamstrings.

Source: Leeds Live

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