Hull City Sign Targett on Free Transfer
Hull City have signed Matt Targett on a two-year deal, with a club option of a further year, after the defender left Newcastle United at the end of his contract. The 30-year-old left-back said it was a no-brainer to join the Tigers, but he expects a massive challenge on their return to the top flight.
What Happened?
Targett has represented Southampton, Aston Villa, and Newcastle United in the Premier League, but spent last season on loan in the Championship with Middlesbrough. He played 46 times for Middlesbrough last season, scoring four goals and starting the play-off final against Hull City.
Why it Matters for Hull City
The signing of Targett is a significant boost for Hull City as they prepare for their return to the top flight. The experienced left-back is expected to provide valuable guidance to younger players in the squad.
What Comes Next?
Targett is looking forward to the challenge ahead and is confident that he can make a positive impact on the team. He said, "I'm at an age now where I feel like I am an experienced head to pass on previous experience of the Premier League to players who have not been in this situation. I'm hoping I'll be a huge help in the dressing room."
With the signing of Targett, Hull City are looking to build a strong squad for the upcoming season. The team currently sits 6th in the Championship, 73 points from 46 games, with a recent form of WWDWL. They are 22 points behind leaders Coventry in the title race. Hull City's last result was a 1-0 win over Middlesbrough on May 23, 2026. The team is on a 4-game winning run, with a recent form of WWWWD.
The signing of Targett is a significant boost for Hull City as they prepare for their return to the top flight. The experienced left-back is expected to provide valuable guidance to younger players in the squad. With the team currently sitting 6th in the Championship, 73 points from 46 games, Hull City are looking to build a strong squad for the upcoming season. The team is 22 points behind leaders Coventry in the title race, but they are on a 4-game winning run, with a recent form of WWWWD. Hull City have scored 70 goals and conceded 66 this season, with a goal difference of +4.
