Fuchs steps down in shock move
June 27 – In an unexpected move Christian Fuchs has stepped down as Newport County boss. Following a week of activity on the transfer market and with a week to go until the first friendly match it seemed like Fuchs position at the club was settled, although in hindsight he did not comment on any of the signings.
The club statement is as follows “Newport County can confirm that Christian Fuchs has made the decision to step away from his role as manager. Everyone at Newport County would like to thank Christian for his hard work, commitment and professionalism, and wish him every success for the future.”
A number of sites state Kevin Nolan, former Bolton and West Ham player and most recently Northampton Town manager, is linked with the job. He was sacked by the Cobblers in March following a run of poor results.
update June 28 – Newport County has confirmed that assistant first team coach Chris Todd has been appointed interim manager with immediate effect. They state “Everyone at the Club is fully behind Chris, Mark Smith and the squad while a thorough recruitment process for a permanent manager is undertaken.”
County sign defender
June 27 – Newport County AFC have signed 22 year old defender Dan Sassi after he was released by Blackpool. The centre back was loaned out to National League Altrincham last season where he played 42 games.
County’s 2026/27 EFL fixtures
Exiles to face Roma in friendly! / Doidge signs
June 23 – Newport County are finalising plans for a friendly with Italian Serie A giants AS Roma on August 4 at Rodney Parade. The money spinning friendly would form part of Roma’s pre season preparations in South Wales. They are spending a week in a training camp at the Vale Resort and also hope to play Cardiff City.
update – Newport County has confirmed the signing of striker Christian Doidge. The Newport-born forward arrives at Rodney Parade with a wealth of experience and a proven goalscoring record across the EFL, Scottish Premiership and National League. He is 33 and was released by Forest Green Rovers as a free agent in May. In addition, they have re-signed full back Cameron Norman. Norman originally joined Newport County in 2021 and quickly became an important figure in the squad, he left after two excellent seasons with the Exiles to join Tranmere. They have also signed Yahya Bamba, 27, a forward from Forest Green Rovers.
Wales Online has also reported that there is a potential take over plan for the club in negotiation. They state entrepreneur Nick Beddis, founder of AGS Capital, is understood to be on the verge of buying out the 52 per cent shareholding currently owned by Huw Jenkins, who took control of the club in January 2024. Beddis is a former Newport County academy player.
Beddis from Pontypool was imprisoned for six years in September 2013 for his part in a “sustained…gang attack” at a house party at Brynwern in the town. AGS Capital has been listed on Companies House since December 2025.
County sign prolific non-league striker
June 18 – Newport County has confirmed the signing of striker Shaquille Gwengwe, having beaten off strong competition to secure the signature of the 47-goal forward.
Gwengwe arrives at Rodney Parade following a remarkable 2025-26 campaign with Poole Town, where he scored 47 goals in all competitions and collected both the Southern League Golden Boot and National Game Awards Golden Boot.
His goalscoring exploits attracted widespread interest from clubs across the football pyramid, with Newport County ultimately winning the race for one of non-league football’s most sought-after forwards. The striker now makes the step up to the EFL after establishing himself as one of the most prolific goalscorers in the country outside the Football League.
Biggins signs new deal
June 15 – Newport County has confirmed the signing of Harrison Biggins on a new permanent deal. Biggins returns to Rodney Parade after a successful loan spell during the second half of the 2025-26 campaign, where he played a key role in helping Newport County secure League Two survival. The 30-year-old made 21 appearances in amber after arriving in January, scoring three goals as he quickly became an influential figure in midfield and a popular figure among supporters.
Having previously represented Fleetwood Town, Doncaster Rovers and Shrewsbury Town, Biggins brings a wealth of EFL experience to the County squad ahead of the new season.
Update – Defenders Ciaran Brennan and Cameron Evans have also signed deals for the upcoming season but midfielder Michael Spellman has turned down a new offer. Bobby Kamwa has signed for Bristol Rovers.
Friendlies confirmed
June 14 – The following fixtures have been confirmed for pre-season
Saturday, July 4 | 3pm
Bristol Manor Farm (A)
Wednesday, July 8 | 7.30pm
Newport City (A)
Saturday, July 11 | 3pm
Gloucester City (A)
Tuesday, July 28 | 7.30pm
Reading (H)
Kamwa exits
June 10 – Newport County has released this statement today “Following discussions over a new deal, Bobby Kamwa has chosen to pursue opportunities elsewhere, bringing his time at Newport County to an end.” The mercurial left winger played a vital role in the Exiles’ fight against relegation.
June 11 update – Defender Matt Baker has confirmed he will also be leaving the club after the 23 year old was offered improved terms by Newport County. He made 144 appearances for the Exiles.
2,000 County season tickets sold
June 7 – Newport County AFC has confirmed that the number of season tickets sold for 2026/27 has surpassed 2,000. They have also confirmed their kit sponsorship deal with VX3 will continue for another season. There is no news on signings as yet, last year this news started to come through in mid-June, the summer transfer window opens on June 15. EFL fixtures are set for release on June 25th at 12 noon. The Carabao Cup round one draw will also take place on fixture release day, with full details to be confirmed.
The opening weekend in the Sky Bet Championship, League One and League Two is set for August 14-16. But the season will officially start with the Carabao Cup, as round one of the competition takes place on August 7-9.