Newcastle United Make Major Squad Decision Under Jaissle — Agreement Reached As First-Team Star Heads For Exit

Following the appointment of Matthias Jaissle as Newcastle United’s new head coach, the club’s transfer strategy has undergone an immediate and significant change.

The German coach has brought with him a recruitment philosophy focused on youth, versatility, intensity and long-term development as Newcastle look to build a new era at St James’ Park.

Unlike his predecessor Eddie Howe, who was heavily involved in decisions regarding the club’s first-team squad, Jaissle is expected to work within a more collaborative structure alongside sporting director Ross Wilson and CEO David Hopkinson.

Transfer decisions are now being shaped collectively, with the recruitment department playing a major role in determining which players fit the club’s new direction.

The new Newcastle transfer model is also expected to place greater emphasis on data-driven recruitment, with the club targeting young players with high potential who can adapt to Jaissle’s high-intensity, vertical style of football.

The strategy is not only focused on bringing new faces through the door. Newcastle are also expected to reshape the existing squad, with several first-team players potentially facing uncertain futures if they do not fit the new manager’s plans.

And now, one Newcastle United first-team star appears to be edging closer to the exit door.

Agreement Reached For Joe Willock

Beşiktaş have reportedly reached an agreement to sign Newcastle United midfielder Joe Willock, with the 26-year-old Englishman now set for a potentially shocking departure from St James’ Park.

The Turkish giants have been working to strengthen their midfield and have identified Willock as one of their preferred targets. According to reports, Beşiktaş have made significant progress in their efforts to complete the transfer, with an agreement between the clubs reportedly reached.

Willock is also said to be open to the move and has reportedly given positive indications regarding a switch to Turkey.

The latest development has now raised further speculation that the midfielder’s Newcastle career could be coming to an end, particularly as Matthias Jaissle begins reshaping the squad according to his own tactical and recruitment philosophy.

Reports indicate that Willock has already landed at the airport, further fuelling claims that the transfer is now approaching its final stages.

The two clubs had previously been negotiating over the transfer fee, but the latest reports suggest that those discussions have now progressed significantly, with an agreement reportedly reached between Newcastle and Beşiktaş.

According to reports from Takvim, Willock has been on Beşiktaş’s transfer radar since the beginning of the summer, and the Turkish club have continued pushing to secure his signature.

The midfielder made 39 competitive appearances for Newcastle United across all competitions during the 2025–26 season, starting 18 of those matches. He finished the campaign with one goal and three assists.