Eddie Howe’s future at Newcastle United may not be as settled as many supporters once believed, with fresh talk suggesting the England job could eventually lure him away from St James’ Park.
The situation has been shaped by uncertainty elsewhere, particularly surrounding Thomas Tuchel and Manchester United, and it has created a chain reaction that could place Howe at the centre of a major managerial shift by the end of the season.
According to former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown, Howe has a genuine interest in becoming England manager and would seriously consider the role if it became available. Speaking recently, Brown suggested that Howe could be prepared to walk away from Newcastle if the timing and circumstances are right. While nothing is imminent, the possibility is now firmly on the table, especially if Tuchel leaves his current position.
Newcastle’s season has been a strange mix of progress and frustration. In cup competitions and in Europe, the team has shown real resilience and quality. In the league, however, performances have been inconsistent, particularly away from home, and that has led to growing unrest among sections of the fanbase.
Despite delivering the club’s first major trophy in decades and elevating Newcastle’s status on the European stage, Howe has still found himself under pressure, which underlines how quickly expectations have risen.
Howe has been linked with the England role ever since Gareth Southgate stepped aside, and those links have never fully gone away. The Football Association see him as a modern English coach who understands the demands of elite football, has proven experience of developing players, and can handle pressure. For many within the game, Howe managing England feels like a natural progression rather than a surprise.
Thomas Tuchel’s situation plays a key role in all of this. His current contract is due to run through the World Cup, but there is uncertainty over what comes next. If Tuchel decides to leave after the tournament and take up a new challenge, Manchester United are believed to be very interested.
Brown has suggested that Tuchel is high on United’s shortlist should he become available, and that possibility alone could trigger movement elsewhere.
If Tuchel were to depart and the England job became vacant, Howe would likely be seen as the leading candidate. Brown believes the door would open for him to leave Newcastle, and that the temptation to manage his country could be too strong to ignore.
Managing England remains one of the most prestigious roles in world football, and for an English coach, it represents a unique honour that does not come around often.
That said, there are still many moving parts. Tuchel could yet be offered an extension if England perform well at the World Cup, which would immediately change the landscape.
The FA may decide continuity is the best option, especially if results and performances meet expectations. Until that decision is made, Howe’s future will remain the subject of speculation rather than certainty.
From Newcastle’s perspective, losing Howe would be a huge moment. He has transformed the club on and off the pitch, rebuilt its reputation, and brought belief back to the supporters.
Even during difficult spells, his overall impact cannot be overstated. However, football has shown time and again that managers, like players, can be drawn to new challenges when the right opportunity presents itself.
Meanwhile, Manchester United are also preparing for change of their own. As they plan for life after their current interim setup, they are casting the net wide in search of a permanent manager.
Several Premier League coaches have been linked, including Oliver Glasner, Andoni Iraola and Marco Silva, while there is also interest in top names from abroad. United are determined to appoint someone they believe can restore stability and success.
Julian Nagelsmann has also emerged as a possible option, with his candidacy reportedly being pushed by Christopher Vivell. The pair previously worked closely together at RB Leipzig, and that existing relationship could play a role if United decide to move in that direction. It highlights just how competitive and unpredictable the managerial market could be in the coming months.
For Eddie Howe, the decision, if it comes, will not be an easy one. Leaving Newcastle would mean walking away from a project he has carefully built and from a club that has trusted him through highs and lows. Taking the England job, on the other hand, would place him on the biggest international stage, with the chance to shape a generation and compete for major honours.
For now, it remains a story to watch rather than one with an immediate conclusion. Much will depend on results, decisions made behind closed doors, and how the next few months unfold. But one thing is clear: Eddie Howe’s name is firmly in the conversation, and his next move could have a major impact on both club and country.
