Alex Newby
Alexander Lewis Newby is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for club York City.
Career
Born in Barrow-in-Furness, Newby began his career with Bolton Wanderers, and played non-league football for Barrow, Kendal Town and Clitheroe, before signing for Chorley in February 2018.He moved to Rochdale in August 2020, signing a two-year contract. On 8 September 2020 he scored his first goal for Rochdale in an EFL Trophy tie against Morecambe. In June 2022 it was announced that he would sign for Colchester United on 1 July 2022, on a free transfer.
On 21 September 2023 Newby signed for Altrincham on loan until January. On 30 January 2024, he joined the club on a permanent deal.
On 10 June 2025, Newby agreed to join National League side York City upon the expiration of his contract with Altrincham.