Premier League boss admits ‘worst part of being in charge’ that he hates doing

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has candidly revealed the worst parts of being a Premier League manager.

Despite leading a squad in England’s top flight being the pinnacle for many football fans, it’s not all fun and games. In fact, Howe has revealed certain stresses of the job that many fans or outsiders may not take into account.

During a visit by Manchester United legend Gary Neville to the Magpies’ Benton training base, Howe shared his less enjoyable responsibilities, reported the Mirror. And it gives a better understanding of what managers and coaches must go through outside training and matchdays.

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“When you’re not winning games and you have to do media interviews every few days, that part is difficult because you’re not sure what else you can say that you haven’t said already,” he admitted on The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet.

“I would say the worst part is disappointing the players, I hate leaving good players out. I hate that moment when you’re going to disappoint them, especially if they’ve got a good attitude and they’re giving you everything they can give, and you’re not picking them on a regular basis I find that very difficult because I care about their respective journeys and I want them to enjoy playing for me.

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“Whenever I am in that situation with players, I feel that honesty is the best way to deal with it. I’ve found doing it that way has never harmed me, so rather than shying away from a difficult conversation, I’ll have it.”

The 46-year-old added he will “always sit down and have a conversation” out of respect when it comes to informing a player that they are being dropped from the first eleven or matchday squad. He elaborated: “I believe that players deserve the respect. From day one, that was one of my non-negotiables which is one of my duties to the players.”

The former Burnley and Bournemouth gaffer has generally been well-received since taking the helm at St James’ Park, even guiding the club through its first Champions League run in two decades earlier this season. Despite a tough line-up featuring AC Milan, PSG, and Borussia Dortmund – the last two advancing to the semis – the Magpies proved competitive and unlucky not to progress.

As he nears the end of his third campaign leading the Toon Army, Howe’s respectful approach seems to be reaping rewards. With a handful of Premier League matches to go, the Geordie outfit remains hopeful of securing fifth place and a spot in next season’s Europa League.