In a surprising development, Newcastle United have confirmed that Sporting Director Paul Mitchell will depart the club at the end of June 2025, concluding a tenure that lasted just under a year.
Mitchell’s exit, described as by mutual consent, coincides with the impending departure of CEO Darren Eales, who is stepping down due to health reasons.
In a statement, Mitchell expressed his gratitude, as reported by The Guardian:
“I’d like to thank everyone at Newcastle United for their support over the last year, including Eddie Howe, Becky Langley, the players, staff, owners and fans.
“It has been an honour to be part of the club and to work with some incredible people.
“I’m leaving at a time that is right for me and the club, particularly with Darren Eales – someone who I have worked so closely with in my career – moving on soon. The club is in great hands on and off the pitch, and is in a fantastic position to continue building. I’d like to wish everyone connected with Newcastle United a bright and successful future.”
The departure marks the conclusion of Mitchell’s tenure as a key figure in Newcastle’s off-pitch restructuring and recruitment strategy.
His influence was seen behind the scenes as Newcastle looked to build a sustainable, forward-thinking infrastructure aimed at competing consistently in the Premier League and Europe.
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Having previously earned plaudits for his work at clubs like Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur, and AS Monaco, Mitchell arrived at Newcastle with a reputation for identifying elite talent and building long-term footballing projects.
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