NEWSFEED: Who Is Responsible for Newcastle United's Current Problems?

Newcastle United's current difficulties are not being viewed simply as a problem for head coach Matthias Jaissle, according to fresh reporting from the Evening Chronicle.

The newspaper reports that the feeling within the Newcastle camp is that accountability extends across the club's leadership and football operations, rather than resting with one individual.

Among those named are chief executive David Hopkinson, sporting director Ross Wilson, head of performance James Bunce and head of strategy Jack Ross.

Why Is Newcastle's Leadership Under Scrutiny?

The suggestion of shared accountability raises questions about how Newcastle's football operation is being managed, particularly the relationship between recruitment, performance, strategic planning and decisions made on the training ground.

Jaissle himself reportedly used the word “alignment” only last week.

That word now takes on greater significance.

If Newcastle are to improve their results and performances, the different departments responsible for supporting the first team need to be working towards the same objectives.

Importantly, the Chronicle's report does not establish that any particular individual is to blame. Rather, it suggests the club's current situation is being viewed as a collective responsibility.

What Happens Next?

Jaissle is due to face the media tomorrow at 2pm, when questions about Newcastle's performances and the direction of the club are likely to feature.

Supporters will be particularly interested in whether he expands on his earlier comments about alignment and how the club intends to move forward.

The bigger question for Newcastle United may no longer be simply how the manager turns results around, but whether the entire football operation is functioning effectively enough to help him do so.

Source: Evening Chronicle reporting on accountability within Newcastle United.

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