Newcastle sporting director Mitchell to leave
Mitchell will join CEO Darren Eales in leaving St James' Park this summer
Newcastle’s porting director Paul Mitchell will leave the club at the end of next month after just a year in post.
Mitchell, 43, joined the club last year after a spell with Monaco but is leaving as chief executive Darren Eales, who had previously recruited Paul to Tottenham in 2014, is stepping down.
Mitchell said: “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.
Newcastle United can announce that Sporting Director, Paul Mitchell, will leave the club by mutual consent at the end of June 2025.
Paul leaves with the club's best wishes and the Board would like to express its sincere thanks to him for his professionalism and diligent service.
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) May 27, 2025
“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.”
Newcastle have had a fine season on the pitch, winning the Carabao Cup and securing Champions League football on the final day of the campaign.