A general view of Newcastle United supporters waiting outside the stadium for news of the latest developments in the sale of the club to the Saudi sovereign wealth fund for 300 million-pound ($408 million) takeover in Newcastle Upon Tyne, England Thursday Oct. 7, 2021. (AP Photo/Scott Heppell)
After making an impression at our academy, Matheos Ferreira, a talented player for Newcastle United, has reportedly signed his first professional contract on Tyneside, according to sources from Brazil.
The Brazilian-born playmaker, who was born and raised in Berwick, has been making an impression for Newcastle’s U18 team during the 2023–2024 campaign. He has also been called up to the England U15 squad in the past.
After his father moved to England, he played competitively in Spain, and now that the adolescent has signed his first professional contract, Globo Esporte reports that Matheos expects to eventually make Eddie Howe’s first team plans.
Speaking with the well-known Brazilian publication, Ferreira talked about his desire to play football, his commitment, and the added pressure that comes with being a Brazilian attacker. “You want to play football? You’ll have to put in a lot of work,” my mother told me. My father said yes, even though I was a little afraid to ask him.
“The moment will arrive, therefore you must exercise patience. It all depends on how much you want it and how much you’re prepared to give up and wait. The time will arrive. All you need to do is continue honing your craft, bide your time, and grasp the chance when it presents itself.
“I don’t see anything wrong with the expectation as a Brazilian. They may even consider it an honor to have a Brazilian in their
Given that two more England youth internationals, Trevan Sanusi and Leo Shahar, have just signed professional contracts, it is evident that Newcastle is dedicated to developing its Academy and that some new players may soon be making their debuts in the first squad.
Here are a few videos showing Matheos in action; he appears to be a true talent!
