Eddie Howe is likely to have a number of job opportunities once he is ready to return to football after unexpectedly departing Newcastle United11:04, 30 Jul 2026Manchester United and England could be among several options for Eddie Howe's next job in football after his unexpected departure from Newcastle United. Having been at St James' Park for half a decade, it has been reported by our sister-title Chronicle Live that Howe will be taking a break from football with his exit not entirely surprising, as Newcastle are understood to have been working on an exit plan for the last two weeks.‌With that in mind, it is perhaps no surprise that Matthias Jaissle has already been lined up as Howe's replacement. News of the latter's decision emerged on Thursday morning after a 4-1 pre-season defeat to Bristol City.‌However, several other factors appear to have led to his decision, rather than just a poor showing against Championship opposition.‌Alexander Isak, Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon have all departed St James' Park in the last two summer transfer windows with Bruno Guimaraes possibly set to become the fourth big-name exit. Having lost so many key players, it would have been hard to see the Magpies getting back into European competitions.In two of the last four seasons, Howe achieved Champions League qualification but the 2025/26 campaign was particularly disappointing as they finished in the bottom half. Despite those struggles, Howe should have no problems getting another Premier League job and we've taken a look at just a few places he could end up.JOIN US ON FACEBOOK! Latest news, analysis and much more on Mirror Football's Facebook page‌EvertonHowe has previously been linked with the Everton job and it could be the perfect next role for him. The Toffees were on the cusp of European qualification last season but David Moyes failed to get them over the line.Despite the incredible job he has done, supporters have grown frustrated by his tactics and comments after defeats which could mean it is the right moment for change. Talented players such as James Garner, Illiman Ndiaye and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall have seemingly left many with the belief that 13th was not good enough.Moyes has definitely earned another season but if he fails to make significant progress, Howe could feasibly step into the job after a one-year break and potentially get Everton into Europe, as he did with Newcastle.‌EnglandThere is a real lack of elite-level English managers but Howe is arguably right up there and could replace Thomas Tuchel as head coach of the national team if Tuchel fails in another major tournament.Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes certainly believes he will take charge of the Three Lions in the future. He told FourFourTwo last May: “He is by far the best European coach I’ve had. No doubt he’ll be England manager one day. As a person, he’s a sensation – a true legend.‌“He’s gifted with strong man-management skills. He knows exactly the best way to talk to you in private, in the dressing room and in the press. He still has a long and promising career ahead of him.”Howe was linked to replacing Gareth Southgate but was settled at Newcastle when he departed. The FA could certainly look to the 48-year-old over the coming years, though.Manchester UnitedEddie Howe has also been linked to the Manchester United head coach position over the last few years. Michael Carrick has only recently taken over permanently but that does not rule out a swift move for someone like Howe if things do not work out for the club's former midfielder.‌He is likely to be given time following his impressive interim spell but that could work in Howe's favour given his desire to have a break from football.Perhaps the only thing working against him is his struggle to balance Premier League and European football, as evidenced at Newcastle.‌Nottingham ForestThough Oliver Glasner has only just taken charge at Nottingham Forest, do not rule out a mid-season departure given his history and the volatile Evangelos Marinakis.Forest are undoubtedly a big club; therefore, it would not feel like a backward step for Howe. It could actually turn out to be the ideal job for him given their ambitions to become a club that regularly qualifies for Europe and will spend money to get there.Brentford, Brighton or Leeds UnitedMost Premier League teams would arguably be open to appointing Howe but Brentford, Brighton and Leeds United stand out.‌That is largely because all three do not have new managers and thus could seek a change fairly soon, particularly if improvements aren't made this season. Keith Andrews had a great start but there are fears that Brentford will regress this season.Daniel Farke kept Leeds United up but they may seek more stability going forward which Howe would undoubtedly provide.Fabian Hurzeler only just signed a new contract at Brighton but like Howe, he may become frustrated by marquee player sales which could create a vacancy.Article continues belowJoin our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. 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