Jaissle on pain which set him on path to Newcastle and speaking with Howe
New Newcastle United boss Matthias Jaissle says having his playing career ended by injury at the age of 25 showed him that adversity can lead to opportunity.
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"I try to see in all challenges the chance in it, so therefore I'm here."
— Matthias Jaissle , Executive
"Of course you can complain about the timing, the big transition, all the sales the club did, but we will not."
— Matthias Jaissle , Executive
"What I can say is he's not only a great manager, he's also a great human being."
— Matthias Jaissle , Executive
Key People
A professional footballer representing Sweden.
David Hopkinson is the chief executive of Newcastle United.
Eddie Howe is the manager of Newcastle United.
Matthias Jaissle is a football manager reportedly appointed to replace Eddie Howe.
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New Newcastle United boss Matthias Jaissle says having his playing career ended by injury at the age of 25 showed him that adversity can lead to opportunity.
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