Premier League Managerial Changes: Newcastle Eyes Nagelsmann, Liverpool Seeks Klopp's Successor

Amid a managerial shake-up, Newcastle United is reportedly eyeing Julian Nagelsmann as a potential successor to current manager Eddie Howe. Despite Howe’s initial success in leading the team to Champions League qualification after a remarkable turnaround from relegation threats, recent lacklustre performances have fueled speculation about his future at St. James’ Park.

Falk, a reliable source on football matters, revealed on Twitter that Newcastle United is interested in Nagelsmann for the upcoming summer. The German coach, currently linked with the national team, is represented by the same agency as Newcastle’s Fabian Schär, adding to the intrigue surrounding a potential move.

The Magpies’ season has been plagued by injuries, contributing to their struggles in the Premier League where they currently sit 15 points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa. With their Champions League campaign ending disappointingly, pressure mounts on Howe to revive their fortunes in the remaining months of the season.

Recent reports suggest that Newcastle’s owners, Public Investment Fund (PIF), are already contemplating Howe’s replacement, with Nagelsmann emerging as a top candidate. However, Nagelsmann’s decision remains uncertain, as he weighs the option of returning to club football or continuing his managerial career with the German national team post-Euros.

Meanwhile, Liverpool, in search of a new manager following Jurgen Klopp’s departure announcement, has been linked with several candidates. Xabi Alonso, a former player for the Reds, is among the frontrunners, alongside Roberto De Zerbi. With Liverpool’s recent Carabao Cup triumph adding to their allure, the managerial vacancy at Anfield remains a topic of avid speculation.

As the managerial carousel spins, Newcastle United and Liverpool find themselves at pivotal junctures, each contemplating significant changes at the helm. With Nagelsmann’s potential arrival at Newcastle and Liverpool’s ongoing search for Klopp’s successor, the football landscape in the Premier League could witness notable shifts in the coming months.