Newcastle 'worried' about dressing room leaks as players 'unhappy' with Matthias Jaissle - expert

Newcastle hierarchy concerned about dressing room leaks suggesting players are unhappy with manager Matthias Jaissle's tactics and decisions.

Newcastle United are worried about reports emerging from their dressing room indicating players are unhappy with manager Matthias Jaissle. The Magpies have won just one of their last six games across all competitions, drawing 1-1 with Fulham most recently, and recent reports suggest players have been confused by Jaissle's tactical instructions and frustrated by some of his decisions.

Former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that the club is right to be concerned about the origin of these leaks. "When there are reports like that coming out, the club are probably right to be worried," Brown said, noting that if players are making noise about their unhappiness, it will ramp up pressure on the manager and he will have significant work to do to win them over.

Despite the growing noise and frustration from supporters calling for Jaissle's removal, Newcastle's board has stood firm in their backing. The club appointed Jaissle during the summer as part of a long-term plan and remains committed to him, prepared to accept inconsistent results in pursuit of sustained success.