Newcastle United lose coaching staff member to Aston Villa following key backroom departures

Newcastle United have seen the departures of key backroom staff over the last few weeks as the club's new era continues to take motion.

The academy is currently seeing a large overhaul with under-21's head coach Ben Dawson departing to take up a coaching role at newly promoted Leicester City.

Under-18's head coach Graeme Carrick also departed earlier this summer, opting for a move to local rivals Middlesbrough to partner up with his brother Michael.

As it stands there haven't been any replacements appointed but former Toon youth coach Lee Clark has thrown his name into the hat with Jack Ross also being considered.

Newcastle see another coach depart the club

Newcastle United women have enjoyed great success over the last two years. The Lasses have achieved two consecutive promotions as well as an appearance in the FA Women's National League Cup final earlier this year.

One member of staff, Chris Stygal was part of Lasses boss Becky Langley's coaching team throughout all the success but recently announced that he will be leaving the club to pursue new opportunities.

Stygal joined the Lasses in August 2021 as their first team goalkeeper coach and worked with the academy in the same role for the 9-14's.

Last month, he left the club to take on the role of goalkeeper coach at Women's Super League side Aston Villa.

Stygal "learnt an enormous amount" during his time at Newcastle

Speaking on LinkedIn, Stygal said: ‘My tenure at Newcastle United Football Club ends as I have decided to pursue a new, exciting opportunity for the upcoming season.

"To be a part of the women’s transition to full-time and see players fulfil dreams of being professional footballers fills me with enormous pride.

"Two promotions, back to back & crowds of nearly 30k at St James Park will live long in the memory. I will always be looking out for the results and supporting from afar.

"I have learnt an enormous amount from my time with the women’s team and men’s academy.

"I'm looking forward to implementing the knowledge & skills learnt in a new environment.

"A massive thank you to all the staff, players & fans who collectively have shown what it means to represent this fantastic club."