Alex made his first start for the Magpies in January’s Champions League knockout phase play-off second leg win over Qarabağ FK at St. James' Park.

The 22-year-old, who joined the club’s Academy in 2022 from Galway United, made his Premier League debut during Newcastle's 4-1 win against Chelsea in November 2023. He has made a further six substitute appearances for the Magpies.

He completed a loan move to Bolton Wanderers during the second half of the 2024/25 season, scoring on his full home debut for the League One club.

He now joins a Kaiserslautern side who opened their league campaign with a 0-0 draw against Wolfsburg at the weekend.

Everyone at Newcastle United wishes Alex the very best for the season ahead.