James Huntley


James Alan Huntley is an English footballer who plays as a midfielder for club Morpeth Town.

Early life

Born in Ashington, Northumberland, Huntley attended school at Ashington Academy. He joined the academy of Newcastle United at the age of eight.

Career

Huntley progressed through the Newcastle United academy and signed a first professional contract with the club in July 2022. He scored the winning goal for the Newcastle Under-21s in the Hong Kong Citi Super Sevens in the 2022–23 season. He was offered a new contract by Newcastle in June 2023.
Huntley was called-up to train with the Newcastle first team squad for a UEFA Champions League match against French champions Paris Saint Germain in November 2023. On 28 November 2023, he was named among the match day substitutes for the tie.
In February 2025, Huntley joined National League North side Spennymoor Town on loan until the end of the season.
In December 2025, Huntley joined Northern Premier League Premier Division club Morpeth Town.