Alexander Lewis Newby (born 21 November 1995) 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.
Personal life His twin brother Elliot is also a footballer.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueFA CupLeague CupOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsRochdale2020–21League One3861020214372021–22League Two36610101396Total74122030318213Colchester United2022–23League Two3230010303632023–24League Two2000001030Total343001040393Altrincham (loan)2023–24National League18710—10207Career total1362230408114123
Honours York City National League: 2025–26
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