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Alex Murphy set to join Kaiserslautern on loan from Newcastle

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 10:15 AM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Alex Murphy set to join Kaiserslautern on loan from Newcastle
Summary

Alex Murphy, the 22-year-old left-back from Newcastle United, is nearing a loan move to Kaiserslautern in the 2. Bundesliga until the end of the season. He is currently undergoing a medical check as part of the transfer process. Murphy made minimal appearances for Newcastle last season, playing only seven minutes in the Premier League and participating in a Champions League match. Kaiserslautern began their season with a goalless draw against Wolfsburg, and are also pursuing a new signing, Matej Maglica.

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By the Numbers
  • •Murphy is completing a medical check before joining Kaiserslautern.
  • •He made only seven Premier League appearances last season.
  • •Kaiserslautern drew their opening match against Wolfsburg.
  • •The loan is intended to last until the end of the season.
  • •Kaiserslautern is also in talks to sign Matej Maglica.
Latest Updates
  • 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Newcastle defender Murphy makes Kaiserslautern loan switch
  • 5:39 PMYahoo Sports — Newcastle defender Alex Murphy set for 2. Bundesliga loan
What they're saying
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Newcastle United defender Alex Murphy will spend the 2026/27 campaign on loan in the German second tier.Murphy has been slowly blooded into the Newcastle first team since his arrival from Galway Unite...

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Newcastle United left-back Alex Murphy is on the verge of joining Kaiserslautern, according to the Daily Mail. The 22-year-old will move to the 2. Bundesliga side on a loan deal until the end of the s...

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