Aaron Lewis returns to Newport with a midfield role in mind

Aaron Lewis has returned to Newport County after his spell at Mansfield Town. County confirmed the signing on 25 September, describing a player who can operate in midfield or at full-back. The announcement does not state a contract length or fee.

A different role on his return

In his first club interview, Lewis said supporters may remember him as a wing-back but would see a change on his return. He wants to bring the experience gained across League One and League Two to a squad he believes is becoming harder to beat.

Lewis said he had spoken to the club during the summer before coming in to train. He contrasted the current training facilities with those from his earlier spell, describing an improvement. Those are his assessments of the club, rather than a guarantee of how the signing will perform.

What happens next

Lewis said he was looking forward to being back at Rodney Parade on Saturday. Newport has confirmed his return, but the announcement does not establish a starting place. His versatility gives the manager options across two areas of the team; the selection will show where he is used.