Gateshead centre-back Ben Williams has signed a new one-year contract. The 21-year-old made 15 appearances in all competitions for the Tynesiders in the 2025-26 campaign.

What does this mean for Gateshead?

This signing is a positive move for Gateshead, who finished 18th in the National League with 50 points from 46 games, and recently lost their last four matches.

Recent form and standings

The team's recent form has been LLWWD, with their last result being a 3-1 loss to Altrincham on 2026-04-25. | Category | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 18th | | Points | 50 | | Recent form | LLWWD |

Player background

Williams came through the Gateshead academy after joining from Sunderland and signed his first professional contract with the club in 2024. He also had a brief spell on loan at eighth-tier side Ashington between February and April this year.

What comes next?

As Gateshead looks to improve on their current standing, 58 points behind leaders York, this signing could be a key step in strengthening their squad for the upcoming season.