Newcastle United have officially appointed Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach, confirming the move on Wednesday. The German coach is 38 years old and takes charge of the Premier League club after Eddie Howe’s departure.

Jaissle succeeds Howe, who unexpectedly decided to leave the Magpies. His appointment marks the beginning of a new coaching era at Newcastle United following Howe’s exit.

The club’s announcement confirms Jaissle as the figure responsible for leading the team forward. Further details about the change were not included in the available announcement.