Newcastle United have published their first-team and academy retained lists.
Newcastle United have announced another six players will leave the club at the end of their contracts this summer.
Mark Gillespie has accepted a one-year contract extension while Lloyd Kelly’s move to Juventus has turned permanent after the centre-back hit the criteria to trigger a £20million deal.
Newcastle United announce academy retained list
Just hours later, Newcastle announced their academy retained list, confirming Jay Turner-Cooke, Ellis Stanton, twin brothers Harry & Rory Powell, Josh Donaldson and James Huntley are due to be released at the end of this month.
Turner-Cooke joined the Magpies from Tyne-Wear rivals Sunderland in January 2021 and played in a handful of first-team friendlies, including away to Gateshead when he scored a 3-2 victory.
The 21-year-old midfielder had loan spells at Tranmere Rovers and St Johnstone but struggled to make a keen impression. He spent the whole of last season with the under-21s. Stanton, a midfielder, has been part of the under-21s set up since the latter stages of the 2021-22 season.
Newcastle United academy graduate bids farewell after 14 years
Ashington-born Huntley never made a first-team appearance but was given an experience he’ll never forget after being named on the bench for Newcastle’s 1-1 draw away to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League in December 2023.
Huntley spent the second half of the 2024-25 campaign on loan at National League North side Spennymoor Town before being informed of his release, which ends an end to his 14 years on United’s books.
“From being a 7-year old boy to the man I am today, I will forever be grateful for everything this club has given me.
“I would like to thank everyone that has helped me throughout my career so far. I’ve got memories and experiences that will stick with me for a lifetime. It’s now time for me to move on to the next step of my journey. Thank you for everything @nufc forever my club🖤🤍 #nufc”
Steve Harper comments on Newcastle United academy departures
Commenting on the academy exits, academy director Steve Harper said: "I want to extend my gratitude to all the players who are moving on from the Academy. Their commitment and growth - both as footballers and individuals - reflect the dedication they have shown throughout their time representing Newcastle United.
"They have been a credit to themselves, their families and to the club and they should be immensely proud of everything they’ve achieved.
"Our support doesn’t stop here. The Academy remains a resource for them as they take the next steps in their careers, and I look forward to seeing where their journeys take them. On behalf of everyone here, we wish them every success for the future."
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