Newcastle boss Matthias Jaissle says he senses real commitment from inside the club even as results continue to test him.
Matthias Jaissle says he feels the support of Newcastle United behind the scenes, even as the team's poor form keeps the spotlight on his position.
The Newcastle manager said he has picked up a stronger sense from within the club of how committed the hierarchy is to him. With results falling short of expectations, that reassurance matters, because struggling spells at big Premier League clubs tend to bring loud questions about the manager's future.
Jaissle's comments suggest the dressing room and the boardroom are still pulling in the same direction. In a league that rarely gives managers time to fix problems, a show of faith from above can steady a side that needs calm as well as quality.
The message now has to be backed up on the pitch. Backing can buy a manager patience, but it won't hold off the pressure for long without improved performances. Newcastle will be looking for signs of a turnaround as the Premier League schedule keeps coming.
