Newcastle's 2026 retained list includes 24 players. Total weekly wage bill: £1,013,000. 8 contracts expire within 12 months. Managed by Eddie Howe.
Verified August 25, 2026
Newcastle
The Magpies
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Top earners at Newcastle
Newcastle Squad 2026
Goalkeepers (5)
Defenders (7)
Midfielders (9)
Aladji Bamba
Harvey Barnes
Jacob Murphy
Jacob Ramsey
Joe Willock
Joelinton
Lewis Miley
Sean Steur
Yoane Wissa
Forwards (3)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many players are in Newcastle's squad?
Newcastle has 24 players on the retained list.
What is Newcastle's weekly wage bill?
Newcastle's total weekly wage bill is approximately £1,013,000.
What is the average age of Newcastle's squad?
The average age of Newcastle's squad is 26.1 years.
How many Newcastle contracts expire in the next 12 months?
8 Newcastle contracts expire within the next 12 months.
Who is the Newcastle manager?
Newcastle is currently managed by Eddie Howe.
Where does Newcastle play their home games?
Newcastle play their home matches at St. James' Park.
What is Newcastle's annual wage bill?
Newcastle's annual senior-squad wage bill is approximately £52,676,000 (weekly bill of £1,013,000 × 52 weeks), excluding bonuses, image rights, signing-on fees and agent commissions.
How much does the average Newcastle player earn?
The average senior Newcastle player earns approximately £42,208 per week (£2,194,816 annually), based on the current 24-player retained list. Distribution is heavily skewed — top earners pull the average well above the median.
Who is Newcastle's highest-paid player?
Nick Woltemade is currently Newcastle's top earner on a reported £132,500 per week (£6,890,000 annually).
When was Newcastle founded?
Newcastle was founded in 09/1, making the club 2017 years old.
What league do Newcastle play in?
Newcastle play in the Premier League for the current season.
What is the most common nationality at Newcastle?
8 Newcastle players are English nationals — 33% of the senior squad — making it the largest single nationality at the club.