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Smith on Newport transfer list as seven players depart
TL;DR
Newport County has placed midfielder Matt Smith on the transfer list, alongside forward Ged Garner, as part of a squad overhaul. Smith, who has 19 caps for Wales, joined Newport in June 2025 but had limited appearances last season.
Key points
- Newport County placed Matt Smith on the transfer list
- Ged Garner is also on the transfer list
- Smith joined Newport in June 2025
- He played 22 times last season
- Newport avoided relegation from League Two
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Wales midfielder Matt Smith joined Newport after St Johnstone's relegation from the Scottish Premiership [Huw Evans Picture Agency]
Newport County have placed Wales midfielder Matt Smith on the transfer list along with forward Ged Garner.
Smith, who has 19 caps, became former manager David Hughes' first signing in June 2025 on a two-year deal after leaving St Johnstone.
But the 26-year-old only played 22 times for the Exiles last season - including 13 league starts - as the club avoided relegation from League Two on a nerve-wracking last day of the season under current boss Christian Fuchs.
Garner, 27, scored two goals in 29 appearances last term, while fellow front man Courtney Baker-Richardson is one of seven players departing Rodney Parade following the conclusion of their contracts.
Liam Shephard, Anthony Driscoll-Glennon and Jaden Warner, plus youngsters Nelson Sanca, Riley Lonergan and Jac Norris are the other departures.
Q&A
Why is Matt Smith on the transfer list at Newport County?
Matt Smith is on the transfer list as Newport County undergoes a squad overhaul after a challenging season.
How many times did Matt Smith play for Newport County last season?
Matt Smith made 22 appearances for Newport County last season, including 13 league starts.
Who are the other players departing Newport County alongside Matt Smith?
Alongside Matt Smith, forward Ged Garner is also on the transfer list as Newport County reshapes its squad.
