NEWCASTLE UNITED have announced the appointment of Simon Capper as the club's new chief financial officer.

Capper joins the Magpies from Leicester City, where he served as finance director, and boasts 16 years of experience in supporting business operations and organisational growth within the football industry.

He was finance director at Sheffield United between 2007 and 2010 before spending almost 12 years with the Foxes.

During his time at the King Power Stadium, he played a prominent role in supporting the club's development, with revenues rising from £20m to peak at £200m as the Foxes won the Premier League.

Capper said: "This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a team that is committed to excellence in all areas.

"Newcastle United is challenging football's status quo and has embarked on an exciting journey to build a sustainable, leading, Premier League and European club.

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"Moving back to the North of England - where I have previously lived - has also been a major influence. People in the North-East are friendly and passionate, and this is a hugely exciting city and club to be part of."

Newcastle chief executive, Darren Eales, added: "I'm delighted to welcome Simon to Newcastle United. He is an extremely talented and experienced finance professional and has a fantastic track record in leadership roles in the football industry.

"Simon will be an integral part of the club's senior management structure and will oversee our finance operations as we press ahead with the commercial growth that will drive and sustain our future successes."