Jacob Murphy – Newcastle’s Unexpected Assist Leader (2024/25)
Jacob Murphy emerged as an offensive catalyst for Newcastle United in the 2024/25 Premier League season. In 35 league matches, he delivered 8 goals and 12 assists—totaling 20 goal involvements, and averaging 0.72 goal contributions per 90 minutes.
Performance Insights & Advanced Metrics
- Goals per 90: 0.23, with 8 goals—five at home and three away.
- Assists per 90: 0.34—the best ratio at the club this season.
- Non-penalty xG/90: 0.29; Expected assists xA/90: 0.36 — placing him in the 82nd and 97th percentiles in the league respectively.
- Shot accuracy: 48.4% from 31 attempts; Key passes per game: 1.60.
- Big chances created: 43 passes.
Key Moments & Recognition
- Scored a quickfire brace in 11 minutes during a 3–0 away win at Leicester.
- Provided a backheel assist for Alexander Isak in Newcastle’s dominant 4–0 win over Ipswich.
- Named in talkSPORT’s Team of the Season for 8 goals and 12 assists.
Broader Impact & Career Context
Murphy’s 20 goal contributions this season doubled his previous career-best. His assist total (12) ranks third-most in Newcastle’s Premier League history.
Encouraged by domestic success and a Carabao Cup win, Murphy aims to break into the England squad—citing Dan Burn’s recent call-up as motivation.
Summary
From under-the-radar signing to Newcastle’s creative linchpin, Jacob Murphy has redefined his role. With standout goal involvement metrics, consistent big-play delivery, and rising recognition, he’s one of the Premier League’s surprise stars of 2024/25.
