Newcastle United confirm fifth summer signing as Eddie Howe plays ‘big’ part in deal

Newcastle United have bolstered their academy ranks with the arrival of Jordan Hackett from Tottenham Hotspur.
Watch more of our videos on Shots! 
and live on Freeview channel 276
Visit Shots! now

Newcastle United have confirmed the arrival of young full-back Jordan Hackett.

The 18-year-old joins the Magpies following his release from Tottenham Hotspur and puts pen to paper on a professional contract.

Hide Ad
Hide Ad

Hackett spent time on trial with Elliott Dickman’s under-23s in May and featured in a 3-2 friendly victory against Rangers B.

Tottenham Hotspur youngster Jordan Hackett (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)Tottenham Hotspur youngster Jordan Hackett (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
Tottenham Hotspur youngster Jordan Hackett (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

According to the Spurs website, Hackett made 22 appearances for their under-18s side over the last two seasons and continued to be a regular feature in the side as they finished in ninth place in the South Division table during the current campaign.

After representing England at under-16s level, he earned a maiden call-up to the under-18s squad in March 2021 and made a ten-minute appearance as a substitute in a 1-1 draw with Wales.

The Hammersmith-born defender opened up on his “difficult” decision to leave London for the North East, and revealed how head coach Eddie Howe was a “big factor” in why he joined.

Jordan Hackett reacts to Newcastle United move

Hide Ad
Hide Ad

Hackett told NUFC.co.uk: “When I was here on trial for the week, I really enjoyed it! The lads have made me feel welcome from the first day I stepped into the building.

“It was a hard decision to move away from London - my mum didn’t like it - but you have to do what you have to do to make a career in the game and I think this is the best decision for myself.

“I like Eddie Howe - he’s a good manager who knows what he’s doing - and he likes younger players. He was a big factor in joining the club because if I do well, he will take a look at me or think about using me.

“I also felt like I needed a change from London. I knew everything in the city and was getting too comfortable. I like being out of the comfort zone in order to push myself.

Hide Ad
Hide Ad

“It’s a good feeling to sign a contract at such a big, prestigious club. It’s going to be a challenge for me but a one I’m looking forward to.”

Hackett becomes the club’s fifth summer signing, joining Irish defender Alex Murphy - from Galway United - in the second string’s ranks, while Matt Targett, Nick Pope and Sven Botman, of course, link up with Howe’s first-team.