Matthias Jaissle is enjoying life in the Premier League as Newcastle United manager.

Matthias Jaissle simply “loves” English football but is relishing the chance to reflect on a hectic six weeks at Newcastle United.

A turbulent summer resulted in high-profile exits - both on and off the field. When Eddie Howe walked in late July, the Magpies knew his successor would be jumping into the deep end.

Jaissle accepted the challenge and has helped renew the optimism around Tyneside. Youthful additions, a positive start results-wise and fresh face in the dugout has given Newcastle 2.0 a strong foundation.

A three-week hiatus due to international football allows Jaissle - a relative unknown to English football before his appointment - an opportunity to regroup. He needs the treatment table to clear up by the time Newcastle travel to Coventry City on October 12.

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‘Time to reflect’ - Matthias Jaissle

Assessing his first 50 days in charge, Jaissle is content with how his team have fared going into the break. He said: “How long do we have? I think everything was included so far in these five matches, also with the cup, but overall I would say a really positive feedback for that start.

“We all know, when we met in Spain for the pre-season already, that there will be a huge transition. It was a huge transition in the summer period.

“All the challenges with many players who left the club, many signings, really young players we signed, and considering all of these things, we can be really happy with that start. But also the good part is we now have time to reflect (on) on where we can improve.”

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Matthias Jaissle loves English football

The German also expressed “love” for English football culture - and doubled down on his pride at managing Newcastle. Jaissle added: “I love it, I simply love it. So far every match is so tough, but also small margins are deciding games.

“(It is) really, really enjoyable at the moment and I'm proud. It's already a huge privilege to be the manager of Newcastle.”

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