Newcastle United Manager Odds: Eddie Howe favourite to retain hotseat

The pressure is mounting on Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe after his side fell to a 2-1 defeat to Crystal Palace in the Premier League.

A continuation of Newcastle's current form could see them finish in the bottom half of the top-flight standings for the first time since the 2020/21 campaign, a stat that few could have anticipated after spending in excess of £200m in the summer transfer window, albeit at the expense of star striker Alexander Isak.

Howe was idolised on Tyneside after guiding the Magpies to the EFL Cup just over a year ago, ending their 70-year trophy drought, but they've failed to pose any kind of threat on all fronts this term, eliminated from the UEFA Champions League, FA Cup and EFL Cup and, as of now, set to miss out on European football for the 2026/27 term.

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Odds will display when market is available. Market settled on Newcastle's manager on 22nd August 2026.

Despite the uncertainty surrounding Howe's job, he remains the favourite to be in charge at St James' Park for the start of the 2026/27 season.

bet365's Steve Freeth said: "Eddie Howe is the favourite to still be Newcastle United manager at the start of next season, but after a long stay on Tyneside, there could possibly be a change in the dugout this summer.

"The Magpies continue to drop points from winning positions when conceding late goals, and maybe the relationship is drawing to a natural conclusion."

While a poor season could perhaps be forgiven given their recent success under Howe, who has transformed the club from mid-table regulars to frequent UEFA Champions League qualifiers, losing both games to bitter rivals won't go unnoticed, especially amongst the passionate fanbase.

Soon-to-be free agent Iraola has shortened in the betting after David Ornstein broke the news that the Basque manager will leave Bournemouth when his contract expires at the end of the season.

Benfica manager Jose Mourinho, a name consistently linked with Newcastle over the past few years, also features prominently in the market.

All odds displayed on this page were correct at the time of writing and are subject to withdrawal or change at any time.