Newcastle in talks to hire Eddie Howe’s NEPHEW Andy as leading recruiter after pair worked together at Bournemouth
NEWCASTLE are close to appointing manager Eddie Howe’s nephew Andy as a chief player recruiter.
Andy Howe has left Bournemouth as head of first-team domestic player scouting, where he had worked under his uncle.
Andy Howe is poised ot follow Uncle Eddie to Newcastle with a top recruiting job[/caption] Magpies’ boss Eddie Howe worked with newphew Andy at Bournemouth for several years[/caption]The Mail says he is in ‘advanced’ talks with the Magpies and is expected to join ‘imminently’.
Howe revealed his exit from the Cherries with a social media message.
He said: “After an amazing 10 years within Bournemouth’s recruitment department, I’ve decided it’s time for my next challenge.
“As a Bournemouth lad, and a Bournemouth supporter this club has been a part of my life from the very beginning and will always hold a special place in my heart.
“The 10 years have flown by but what a 10 years it has been!!
“The journey has been incredible and like everyone else I’m proud to have played a part in that journey.
“I want to thank everyone within the football club from past to present but more importantly to wish the club continued success.”
Howe’s appointment won’t help third-bottom Newcastle much in their anxious search for January reinforcements
But it’s part of their Saudi owners’ long-term rebuilding plans.
The Toon players are currently in Saudi Arabia for warm-weather training.
It comes as Lille reportedly join the Toon and West Ham in eyeing Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard.