Howe loses control at Newcastle after Isak exit

From being called 'the Boss' to facing 'sleepless nights' in six months.

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What happened. Eddie Howe's position at Newcastle weakened after Alexander Isak's departure led to rushed signings and a poor season, culminating in a 12th-place Premier League finish and a Champions League thrashing by Barcelona.

• CEO David Hopkinson initially likened Howe to Bruce Springsteen.
• Six months later, Hopkinson said he had no stance on Howe's future.
• Howe admitted to sleepless nights before a summit with Saudi owners.

“I don't have a stance on the manager's future.”

— David Hopkinson

Howe faces a critical summit with Newcastle's Saudi ownership to discuss his future.

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