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Matthew Holt

Former Newcastle United youngster Paul Woolston forced to retire from football aged just 23

Former Newcastle United goalkeeper Paul Woolston has announced his retirement from football, aged just 23. The North Shields born shot-stopper moved to fellow Premier League club Manchester United back in 2018 but has since struggling with lengthy injuries to his hip.

Having featured only 24 times in competitions such as the Premier League 2 and the EFL Trophy, Woolston was a highly rated goalkeeper who moved through Newcastle's academy system following his move from Sunderland aged 10.

The 23-year-old was the club’s third-choice keeper for the 2016/17 Championship-winning season and also featured for his country at Under 18 level too. But with persistent injuries halting his career within the game, Woolston has taken the difficult decision to hang up his boots.

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