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Richard Keys is rarely far-off from a controversial remark in relation to Newcastle United, and this time it’s Toon boss Eddie Howe within the firing line.
It’s the second time the previous Sky Sports activities presenter has made a jibe in the direction of Toon this season, having doubted PIF’s dedication to the challenge in September – and that we are going to by no means develop into an elite membership.
Keys has once more took it upon himself to touch upon issues on Tyneside, this time with a extra focused strategy.
In his newest weblog ramblings about Gary O’Neil’s sacking at Wolves, Russell Martin’s departure at Southampton and the dearth of English managers within the Premier League, the disgraced former Sky Sports activities host predicted it gained’t be lengthy till Eddie Howe can also be given the boot.
“I’m sorry to see Gary O’Neil go. And no – I don’t owe Bournemouth followers an apology. The best way he was handled by your membership was a shame,” mentioned Keys.
“It’s not many months since O’Neil was being touted as a future England supervisor. I nonetheless consider he’s good at what he does, however he was combating a dropping battle at Wolves. Any coach that’s seen £250m value of expertise offered would wrestle.
“I hope each O’Neil and (Russell) Martin discover their method again into the sport. With Steve Cooper sacked earlier within the season we’re three British coaches down now. We’ve solely obtained Eddie Howe, Sean Dyche and Kieran McKenna left.
“I don’t count on Dyche to begin subsequent season at Everton. The possibilities are Howe gained’t be at Newcastle both and also you’d be courageous to recommend Ipswich will keep up.”
As at all times appears to be the case, Keys remark about Newcastle is elevated from opinion reasonably than truth – however it will possibly’t be denied he makes a good basic level.
Although he might be incorrect on Howe – solely time will inform – it’s a good statement relating to the overall lack of British coaches at present within the Premier League, with two extra gone after O’Neil and Martin’s departures over the weekend.
Latest stories have indicated that, regardless of Keys’ opinion, Howe has the unwavering backing of our present possession group who place confidence in what the gaffer is constructing within the north east.
The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards claims {that a} supply near the membership mentioned there was no conversations about relieving the former-Bournemouth supervisor of his duties, suggesting he retains their full help.
The supply mentioned: “He understands the broader image by way of PSR and the monetary challenges going through the membership. He doesn’t get too excessive when issues are going effectively, or too low when they’re troublesome.
“He’s the proper match for what Newcastle are attempting to be and the challenges confronted by way of constructing long-term, sustainable success. No one is considering changing him.”
Howe has extra credit score within the financial institution after the emphatic victory over Leicester on the weekend, which can solely be additional consolidated if we are able to progress to the semi-final of the Carabao Cup tomorrow evening.
