Jaissle asks Newcastle fans for patience in club's transition
Why it matters: The 38-year-old manager warned progress will take time as he tries to shape an intense, aggressive style at St James' Park.
Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle urged supporters to stay optimistic through a transition period as he set out his approach at his formal unveiling on Tuesday. The 38-year-old German said the club remained ambitious but that success would not come overnight. Jaissle described his preferred style as front-foot, intense, aggressive and vertical, and said he would not change his emotional touchline manner, though he may need to adapt to Premier League technical-area rules. He also said he plans to draw on his long-standing connection with England coach Thomas Tuchel for insight into the league while forming his own views on the squad.