"Newcastle United have had an offer accepted for the highly talented defender Josh Kenchington. Newcastle are paying a fee of around 350,000 to sign the 15-year-old central defender from Barnsley, as per Keith Downie. Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur were interested in the player as well, but Newcastle have beaten them in the race. Josh Kenchington could be a long-term asset Kenchington is highly rated across England, and he has a bright future."
"They are looking to build a team for the future, and signing the best young players in the country is a step in the right direction. Meanwhile, the 15-year-old will be delighted to have joined a big club as well. Newcastle have an ambitious project, and they are competing in the UEFA Champions League and winning trophies. Any young player will want to be a part of their project."
"Newcastle have agreed to pay 350,000 plus significant bonuses for wonder-kid Josh Kenchington. #NUFC second bid to Barnsley was accepted, after a 275,000 first offer was turned down. Compared to John Stones, Kenchington was playing under 18 football aged just 14. pic.twitter.com/uQqro1mDMH Keith Downie (@SkySports_Keith) October 17, 2025 Manchester United and Tottenham will be disappointed to have missed out on the young defender. They have done well to bring multiple young players in the recent windows,"
Newcastle United have secured the 15-year-old central defender Josh Kenchington from Barnsley for a fee of around 350,000 plus potential bonuses. Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur also showed interest but Newcastle won the race for his signature. Kenchington is highly rated nationally, having competed at under-18 level at age 14, and is compared to John Stones in early development. Newcastle view him as a long-term asset who could progress to the first team with appropriate coaching. The club’s ambition, Champions League involvement, and youth-focused recruitment aim to provide a pathway and regular youth football for his development.
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