Newcastle's exciting players are being ignored by Matthias Jaissle, it wasn't supposed to be like this

Jaissle has abandoned Newcastle's exciting young players in favour of pragmatism after early-season defeats, reverting to the cautious approach fans hoped to escape.

When Matthias Jaissle arrived at Newcastle United to replace Eddie Howe, there was genuine optimism about a fresh approach. The 38-year-old, emerging from the Red Bull system renowned for developing innovative coaches, had impressed at RB Salzburg and oversaw the development of players like Benjamin Sesko and Noah Okafor.

Newcastle fans were frustrated by Howe's late-season selections, with Jacob Murphy seemingly playing every available minute. Jaissle's appointment promised change, especially with young talents arriving to replace departing key players.

The season began promisingly. Newcastle opened against Liverpool with a double-pivot midfield averaging just 19 years old, and the team looked entirely different—exciting and ambitious despite occasional mistakes. Anthony Elanga and Yoane Wissa appeared refreshed and confident.

However, as weeks passed, Newcastle gradually reverted to their previous form. Exciting summer arrival Steur has barely featured since starting against Hull City before the international break, while fellow new signing Aladji Bamba has not played at all. Murphy, Joe Willock and Joelinton have returned to key roles, while Bazoumana Toure and Elanga are reduced to substitute appearances. Newcastle have lost four of their last six games across all competitions, including a Carabao Cup exit on Thursday.