Matt Targett, born on 18 September 1995 (age 30), is an English left-back with Newcastle United, where he wears number 13. He is a straightforward senior professional rather than a headline act, and his career has largely been built around regular work on the left side of defence.
His most productive league season came with Middlesbrough in 2025-26, when he scored four goals in 42 appearances. That was a useful return for a full-back and the kind of campaign that tends to matter more than any amount of tidy reputation-polishing.
At Newcastle United in 2025-26, his involvement has been limited to one FA Cup appearance, with no league appearances or goals. His current market value is around £4.5m, according to Transfermarkt.
Targett’s career is that of an established English left-back who has had spells of regular football, most notably at Middlesbrough, while his current role at Newcastle has been much more restricted.
📈 Key stats and insights
