Newport County defender Jaden Warner has joined Farnborough on a non-league move, seeking to reignite his career after fitness issues limited him to just eight appearances for the Exiles across 18 months. Warner departed Carrow Road for South Wales in January 2025, but his time at Newport County was marked by struggles with injuries. Now, he has dropped two divisions in an attempt to revive his career, linking up with former City team-mates Mason Bloomfield and Michael Reindorf.
What happened?
Warner made his senior debut in a 2-1 Carabao Cup defeat to Fulham in September 2023 before making his Championship bow two months later in a 3-1 loss to Blackburn Rovers. A loan move to Notts County materialised in January 2024, where he made 10 appearances for the Magpies in League Two. Upon his return to Norfolk, Johannes Hoff Thorup handed him minutes in a 4-3 Carabao Cup win over Stevenage before he returned to City's Under-21 side.
Why it matters for Newport County
Warner's departure from Newport County marks the end of an 11-year association with Norwich City, where he rose through the youth system to the first team. With experience in the EFL, Farnborough boss Spencer Day is delighted to have Warner on board, saying, "A real pedigree signing and thrilled to get him. Another that needs some luck after a difficult season but really should be playing in the EFL. We are excited to have him here and push both of us forward."
What comes next?
Warner made his Farnborough debut in Saturday's league opener against Maidstone United, but was withdrawn after 42 minutes as a precaution, according to boss Day. A reunion with former City team-mate Finley Welch awaits on August 22, after the midfielder recently joined Maidenhead United. Next fixture: vs Crewe (at home, 2027-02-27) (5th in the table).
