Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle says he has sensed stronger commitment from the club hierarchy despite a difficult run of results that has left the team 13th in the Premier League.
The Magpies were booed off after a 1-0 home defeat by Everton on Monday, a result that extended their winless streak to two victories in the last seven matches, including exits from the Carabao Cup at the hands of the same opposition. Newcastle have collected 11 points from their opening nine league games.
Jaissle, 38, who succeeded Eddie Howe in the summer, acknowledged external speculation but emphasized the internal backing he has received. "The nice part is that I got more of a feeling from within the club about how committed they are and that is something really important in a week where there is speculation or rumours," he said.
The German coach insisted the squad remains united behind his methods. "We have such a good group and such a good relationship already that again, the door is always open and if anything is unclear they are more than welcome to talk about it," he added. "When you see them in training and see how we are doing, I am pretty sure that everyone understands and are fully committed."
Newcastle travel to Fulham on Saturday looking to arrest their slide.
