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Newcastle’s Matthias Jaissle: Nick Pope Still Can Leave

9/4/2026

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Summary

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Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle said Nick Pope could still leave despite the Premier League deadline.
Jaissle noted overseas windows, including Scotland and Turkey, remain open for potential moves.
Pope sits behind Lukas Hornicek and Ewen Jaouen after £44 million goalkeeping investments.
Neither a destination nor an agreement has been identified.
If Pope stays, he may remain a reserve until the January window opens.

History

Historical Context

In July 2018 Chelsea shattered the goalkeeper market by paying £71.6 million for Kepa Arrizabalaga, the highest fee for a keeper at the time. That benchmark pushed Premier League clubs, including Newcastle United, to allocate larger sums for goalkeepers, creating pressure on new manager Matthias Jaissle as he navigates Nick Pope’s uncertain future and competition.

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Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle said Nick Pope could still leave despite the Premier League deadline.
Jaissle noted overseas windows, including Scotland and Turkey, remain open for potential moves.
Pope sits behind Lukas Hornicek and Ewen Jaouen after £44 million goalkeeping investments.
Neither a destination nor an agreement has been identified.
If Pope stays, he may remain a reserve until the January window opens.

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