Newcastle is in store for a busy summer, the idea being that several significant signatures are added to the Eddie Howe team after obtaining a return to the Champions League for the 2025-26 season. And in addition to that, there will also be changes in the back-shop.
Earlier this week, Newcastle announced that sports director Paul Mitchell leaves his position after less than 12 months in charge. Although the reason for this shock decision is unknown at this stage, it is believed that it was influenced by Darren Eales, who brought the first as Monaco in the Northeast.
Last September, it was revealed that EALES would move away from Newcastle after receiving a chronic diagnosis of blood cancer. He will leave this summer alongside Mitchell, and for his CEO position, the club was looking for a successor.
Newcastle turns to Man United in efforts to replace Paul Mitchell
And according to the Daily Mail (via Geordie Boot Boys), this process is about to be finalized. Newcastle should soon announce the replacement of Eales, which could end up coming from Man United.
Collette Roche, which is currently COO in Man United, would have applied for the CEO position in Newcastle, and she would be the favorite choice of Eales to succeed him to St James’ Park. But it will face competition from several others, the club would also have examined the American market.
It remains to be seen who Newcastle has appointed the next CEO. Fans will be intrigued, although their attention will be mainly on what players are signed this summer.
