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Ross Wilson has now joined Newcastle United.

The news revealed in an official club announcement (see below) on Saturday.

Ross Wilson becoming the new Newcastle United Sporting Director.

The club saying that the ‘terms of his release will remain confidential between Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United.

Newcastle United official announcement – 11 October 2025:

Newcastle United are delighted to announce the appointment of Ross Wilson as the club’s Sporting Director.

Ross will be responsible for sporting strategy, development and recruitment across men’s, women’s and Academy teams, working closely with the club’s football leadership and executive teams.

He joins from Nottingham Forest, where he served as Chief Football Officer, after Newcastle United triggered his release. The terms of his release will remain confidential between the clubs.

Prior to joining Forest in 2023, Ross was Sporting Director at Glasgow Rangers, helping them to their first league title for ten years, a Scottish Cup and a place in the UEFA Europa League final.

He said: “I’m absolutely delighted to be here at Newcastle United. This is such a special club, and I fully understand the passion, ambition and expectations of our incredible supporters, as well as the ambition...