Newcastle United confirm Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach.

Newcastle United confirm Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach.

38-year-old joins from Al-Ahli on a four-year contract. €11m compensation.

Jaissle is one of the most promising young coaches in world football having won back-to-back AFC Champions League titles with Al-Ahli and been influenced by Ralf Rangnick, Roberto De Zerbi, Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp.

Newcastle say "his football philosophy and leadership style are strongly aligned with the direction, ambitions and culture" of the club.

Jaissle: “It is an incredible honour to become head coach of Newcastle United. This is one of the biggest clubs in European football, with a unique history, identity and supporter base, and I am excited to experience that passion and connection first-hand.

"When Newcastle United comes your way, you take notice. The ambition of the club, the vision for the future and the opportunity ahead made this an incredibly compelling place to be...

"I am incredibly excited about the future. I fully and unreservedly believe in this project, the ambition and the direction the club is taking. There is a clear vision, strong leadership and an exceptional platform to build on.

"My teams are built on togetherness, hard work, intensity and a passion to improve every single day. I will bring full commitment, full energy and a determination to give everything I have to help this club achieve its ambitions."

CEO David Hopkinson: "Matthias is one of the most exciting and highly regarded young coaches in football... His track record of success, leadership qualities and relentless drive to improve make him an exceptional fit for Newcastle United."

Sporting director Ross Wilson: "Matthias’ leadership style and football philosophy are strongly aligned with our sporting vision.

"His teams play high-energy football and we could feel his passion during all of our discussions throughout the recruitment process. He has consistently demonstrated an ability to improve players, build cohesive teams and create elite performance environments in his coaching career."