Newcastle United confirm retained list of men’s first team players

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Newcastle United confirm retained list of men’s first team players
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Newcastle United announced their retained list for the men's first team on June 2, 2026. Goalkeeper John Ruddy and Max Thompson are departing, while Mark Gillespie will remain with the club for another year. Full-back Matt Targett is also leaving following a loan spell at Middlesbrough. Aaron Ramsdale will return to Southampton after his loan, having made 23 appearances for the Magpies this season. Newcastle expressed gratitude to the departing players for their contributions.

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  • John Ruddy and Max Thompson among those leaving the club
  • Mark Gillespie continues for another year
  • Matt Targett departs after loan at Middlesbrough
  • Aaron Ramsdale returns to Southampton after loan
  • Newcastle expresses gratitude to departing players
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Goalkeeping duo John Ruddy and Max Thompson are among those moving on, while fellow shot-stopper Mark Gillespie will continue his role in the squad for a further year.Both Ruddy and Thompson have been...

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