English club Hull City has strengthened its squad with defender Matt Targett, signing him to a two-year contract with an option for an additional year.

​Operativ Media reports that the 30-year-old English footballer joined the team as a free agent. His last club was Newcastle United.

​Having played for Southampton, Aston Villa, and Newcastle United in the English Premier League throughout his career, Targett spent the 2025/2026 season on loan at Championship side Middlesbrough. He scored 4 goals and provided 4 assists in 46 appearances for the team.

​According to Transfermarkt, the experienced defender's market value is estimated at 3 million euros.