Who is Sean Longstaff?
Born October 30 1997, Sean Longstaff is an English professional footballer, a prominent midfielder for the premier league club Newcastle United known for his composure, vision etc. Emerging from Newcastle’s academy, Sean has become a key player in the team and a fans’ favorite at St. James park. This article covers all you would want to know about Sean Longstaff but in the mean time peek his wiki data.
| Full name | Sean David Longstaff |
| Date of birth | 30 October 1997 |
| Place of birth | North Shields, England |
| Height | 1.88m |
| Position | midfielder |
| Current team | Newcastle United |
| Number | 36 |
Sean’s Early Life
Sean David Longstaff was born in North shields, England. He grew up in a football-loivng family, immersed in football at a young age. His passion for football blossomed during his childhood days, leading him to join the Newcastle United’s academy.
His father, David Longstaff, was a professional ice hockey player featuring over 100 times for the national side and was a coach for the Whitley Warriors until the end of the 2022/23 season. His mother, Michelle has also supported her sons’ sporting ambitions.
Sean Longstaff has a brother Matty, a professional footballer who came through Newcastle’s academy also and has played alongside Sean for the club. He currently plays for Toronto FC.
Sean attended John Spence community high school in North Shields, balancing his academics with his football commitments impressing his teachers there.
He is being hailed as an inspiration and role model to other students at John Spence.
Personal Life
As of now, the name or identity of Sean Longstaff’s partner has not been publicly disclosed. He is known to keep his personal life private and away from the public eye. However, reports confirm that he is in a relationship and expecting a child in 2024.
Club Career
Sean Longstaff career was set in motion when he joined the youth team of Newcastle United at age nine displaying strong and remarkable talent. He was later moved to the Scottish Premiership club Kilmarnock on loan in January 2017. Sometime in July of the same year Sean signed for the EFL League one club Blackpool on loan for the 2017-18 season making a total of 45 appearance and scoring nine goals in the season.
Sean’s first goal for the Newcastle United first team came in July 2018 in a friendly match against St Patrick’s Athletic where he opened the scoring in a 2-0 win. He performed incredibly in the pre-season and was able to impress the manager, Rafa Benitez, and was rewarded with a four-year contract in November 2018. His first team debut was in the EFL cup in August 2018 in a match against Nottingham Forest before officially making his premier league debut coming as a substitute in the second half in a match against Liverpool the following December. He scored his first goal in the FA Cup in the third-round replay against Blackburn Rovers soon after. He quickly became their midfield stalwart, earning comparisons to some of Premier League’s finest due to his tactical intelligence. His performance during the 2018 – 19 season solidified his place in the squad. One of his most memorable time came in January 2019 as he scored the winning penalty giving Newcastle a 2-1 win over Manchester City.
Soon after in February, 2019, Longstaff scored his first premier league goal for Newcastle in a 2-0 win over Burnley. However, his season was cut short as he was ruled out for the rest of the season following a knee ligament injury.
Sean would always be remembered for his outstanding performance on January 31 2023 where he scored the brace in a 2 – 1 win over Southampton in the EFL Cup semifinal second leg securing the first final for the club since 1999. Sean scored his first UEFA Champions League goal in October 2023 in a 4-1 win over PSG.
International Career.
Sadly, Sean has not yet been given a spot in England’s National team which is important to most footballers in their career. However many still believe his performances for Newcastle could soon enough earn him a call-up but until then we wait.
Style of Play
Sean Longstaff is a versatile midfielder known for his tactical intelligence and high work rate. His style of play is often referred to as box-to-box, giving him the opportunity to contribute both defensively and offensively. He is also adept at breaking up opposition play with excellent positioning and tackling.
Net Worth
As of the time of this article in 2024, Sean Longstaff’s estimated net worth is around £5 million derived from his Newcastle contract, endorsements, and bonuses. His market value is approximately €25 million, reflecting his importance to Newcastle and his consistent performances in the Premier League.
Frequently Asked Questions
What position does Sean Longstaff play?
Originally Sean is a central midfielder but he can also play in more advanced or defensive roles.
How tall is Sean Longstaff?
Sean longstaff stands at 6 ft 1 inches
Has Sean Longstaff won any major trophies?
While Newcastle has yet to secure any trophy during Sean’s time, he however has been instrumental In their improvement as a top premier league side if we are being fair.
How many goals has Sean scored for Newcastle?
As of 2024 and the time of this article, Longstaff has scored over 10 goals for Newcastle.
Source: footygazette.com
