Premier League: Newcastle signs Hall on loan from Chelsea
The 18-year-old full back has been at Chelsea since the age of eight. He made his senior debut at the club in January 2022, and has a total of 12 appearances for Chelsea in all competitions.
Published : Aug 22, 2023 17:15 IST - 1 MIN READ
FILE PHOTO: Lewis Hall in action for Chelsea against Newcastle United in a Premier League match at Stamford Bridge, London. | Photo Credit: JOHN SIBLEY/ Reuters
Newcastle United has signed defender Lewis Hall on a season-long loan from Chelsea, with an obligation to make the transfer permanent based on performance-related criteria, the Magpies announced on Tuesday.
The 18-year-old full back has been at Chelsea since the age of eight. He made his senior debut at the club in January 2022, and has a total of 12 appearances for Chelsea in all competitions.
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Hall is Newcastle’s fifth signing in this transfer window, and manager Eddie Howe is happy to add the youngster to his squad.
“He is a player we have tracked closely, as have a number of clubs, so it’s very pleasing to secure him and to add a player of his quality, versatility and high potential to our squad.”
The England under-21 international is a boyhood Newcastle fan and will wear the number 20 shirt at his new club.