Newcastle’s 19-year-old Alex Murphy joined Newcastle United from Galway United in July 2022, almost two years ago and since then has been training with the Newcastle first team.
And news today that Newcastle have given Alex a new long-term contract.
Murphy seems to be the perfect player to be coached by Eddie Howe, since he takes everything in and the U19 Irish International is rapidly improving on Tyneside.
Alex made his Premier League debut last November in the 4-1 win over Chelsea and he made his second appearance in the 5-1 rout of Sheffield United earlier this year.
So he is slowly being introduced into the first team by head coach Eddie Howe.
This is what Eddie Howe has said about the player:
“I’m really pleased to see Alex sign a new long-term contract here.”
“It’s well deserved recognition for the work he’s put in over the course of the season.”
“He had a great pre-season in America and has gone from strength to strength since, earning himself a Premier League debut and a regular place in our matchday squads.”
“We rate Alex highly. He applies himself brilliantly every day and he knows if he continues working hard that further opportunities will come his way.”
And 6ft tall Murphy seemed delighted to be getting a new long-term deal at Newcastle:
“I’ve loved every minute since I first signed nearly two years ago.”
“I’ve been fortunate to work with some brilliant players and coaches – with both the Academy and the first team – and I’m really grateful for the opportunities.”
“It’s an exciting time to be a young player at this club.”
“We can all see there is a pathway from the number of players who have made their first-team debuts this season.”
“I just need to keep working hard and hopefully I can build on the progress I’ve made so far.”
Newcastle will need to keep bringing in top young players to the club like Alex and let Eddie Howe and his team develop them into first-team players who know exactly what’s required of them when wearing the Newcastle jersey.
So far so good for Alex Murphy.
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