Open letter published from new Newcastle United CEO to Newcastle United fans | OneFootball

The Newcastle United CEO has published an open letter to Newcastle United fans.

David Hopkinson was revealed as the new Newcastle United CEO last Thursday, then officially started his new job on Friday (5 September 2025).

That official announcement coming 12 months after the Newcastle United owners stated that they were looking for a new CEO due to Darren Eales’ health issues.

David Hopkinson with a very strong CV of working previously at a number of major sporting institutions.

After taking on that role of Newcastle United CEO, David Hopkinson declared; “I’ve spent my entire career trying to take on a role just like this, so it feels great.”

Best of luck to him on a hopefully lengthy AND successful new working era at Newcastle United.

Now the new NUFC CEO has penned this open letter to Newcastle United fans.

Open letter from Newcastle United CEO David Hopkinson via official site – 11 September 2025:

As I settle into my new role, I wanted to take a moment to extend a heartfelt thanks for the warm welcome I have received.

Since arriving last week, I have had so many conversations with people inside and outside the club. I’ve gained invaluable insights, and I’m looking forward to connecting and engaging with more of you in the weeks and months to come.

I’m also looking forward to getting out into the community in the coming weeks to meet more of you and understand what makes this region so special.

My first impression is this is one united family, on and off the pitch. It is the people who make this football club so special and it is a privilege for me and my family to now be a part of it.

I’m also truly excited about the future that lies ahead of us. My aim is to build on the tremendous work that preceded me with a renewed sense of alignment for everyone, helping us to grow and win together.

While I have seen, heard and felt your pride and passion at close hand in recent days, I strongly suspect it will be nothing compared to what I will experience at St. James’ Park in the coming days.

I can’t wait to be with you for my first game as CEO on Saturday and to be alongside you for the phenomenal journey ahead of us. The best is yet to come.