Newcastle boss Jaissle unfazed by lack of respect

Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle remains undeterred by the lack of respect his team is receiving ahead of their Premier League debut against Liverpool. The 38-year-old German, who took over from Eddie Howe earlier in August, faces a daunting task in winning over his critics. With little experience in a top European league, Jaissle has been thrust into a challenging position at St James' Park.

The Magpies, who secured a League Cup triumph in 2025, are now tasked with replacing several star players. Alexander Isak joined Liverpool, while Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali, and Anthony Gordon have departed since last season's end. To lift the gloom surrounding the team, Jaissle has signed untested youngsters Bazoumana Toure, Sean Steur, and Aladji Bamba, with more arrivals expected before the transfer window closes.

Despite unimpressive pre-season form, Jaissle is optimistic about further signings. He accepts that Newcastle are still a work in progress and focuses on what his team can control, rather than being swayed by outside opinions. Jaissle remains unfazed by the negative press and stresses the importance of concentrating on their own performance. Joelinton will miss the Liverpool match due to an unspecified injury, which is expected to sideline him for a few weeks.