Newcastle United midfielder Lewis Miley has vowed to “repay the faith that has been shown in me” after signing a new six-year contract with the club.
Miley previously penned a long-term deal with Newcastle in 2024, but the club wanted to offer him improved terms in recognition of his impressive progress since then.
“I’m really pleased to sign this new contract and commit my future here,” he said. “It’s a dream to be representing Newcastle United, so this is a proud moment for me.
“I’m really grateful to everybody who has played a part in helping me get to where I am today, especially the support of my family and the trust that the club has put in me from such a young age.
“It’s been an amazing journey so far and I’m so excited for what’s ahead. I’m now working hard every day to get back on the pitch even stronger next season and start to repay the faith that has been shown in me.”
Miley is currently sidelined with a broken leg, but no other English teenager played more minutes in the Premier League before his 20th birthday earlier this month.
The academy graduate flourished in a new position at right-back and head coach Eddie Howe said “his willingness to try new roles is a reflection of his selfless approach to the team”.
“Lewis fully deserves his new contract as recognition for everything he has achieved over the past few years,” he added.
“It’s also a reflection of the potential for further growth that we all see in him. He’s earned every opportunity and has proven himself to be more than capable of performing at the highest level.
“Players like Lewis are a dream to work with – not only is he immensely talented, he’s keen to learn and approaches everything with a brilliant attitude.”