Newcastle United eye La Liga leaders Girona boss Michel Sanchez as potential SUCCESSOR to Eddie Howe

Newcastle United could be on the lookout for a new manager after falling down the pile in the league.

Newcastle United eye La Liga leaders Girona boss Michel Sanchez as potential SUCCESSOR to Eddie Howe

Michel Sanchez and Eddie Howe (Source: football Espana/ Coaches Voice)

After struggling for form in recent games, Newcastle United is going through a crisis in the backroom. As reported by numerous journalists, The Magpies are now in the market for a new manager as they seem to be dissatisfied with Eddie Howe‘s input for the club.

It could also be a case of their heightened ambitions coming in the way of their mediocre performances. As confirmed by Spanish Media outlet Marca, Newcastle’s board have been impressed by the unbelievable season Girona have had so far in La Liga.

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The credit goes to Michel Sanchez, who has transformed a mid-table side into a title challenger. Girona has been at the end of a fairytale season. And Sanchez has also led Rayo Vallecano to promotion in 2017/18. He had also led Girona to a successful, playful run in the 2021/22 season.

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These achievements are a good portfolio for Sanchez, confirming his managerial abilities. This has interested Newcastle United, and as Eddie Howe’s job lies on a thin string, Girona will not let their boss leave in the middle of a fairytale campaign.

Newcastle United’s bad run of form recently have surprised fans

Newcastle United’s head coach, Eddie Howe, is grappling with the mystery behind the team’s dismal away form this season. This is marked by a stark contrast to their stellar home performances. The Magpies have experienced a significant points differential, with an average of 2.67 points per game at St James’ Park compared to a mere 0.63 on the road.

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Bruno Guimarães and Joelinton (Source: Team Talk)

Despite a strong home record with eight wins from nine, Newcastle has suffered six away defeats across all competitions. Prompting concerns about their Champions League qualification aspirations. The team’s struggles away from home are attributed to factors such as injuries, fatigue, and a lack of cohesion. This prompts Howe to consider tactical adjustments and address the underlying issues to restore balance in their performance.

Despite a historic win at Old Trafford and commendable European performances, Newcastle’s away league form is inconsistent. With just one win in the last 10 top-flight away matches, as defensive vulnerabilities, fixture congestion, and an unsettled defense contribute to the struggles.

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