Josef Yarney

Josef Charles Yarney (born 8 October 1997) is an English professional footballer who plays as a central defender for Macclesfield.

Career Born in Liverpool, Yarney began his career at Everton, before moving to Newcastle United in July 2017. He signed on loan for Morecambe on 11 August 2018, making his senior debut later that same day. In January 2019 he moved on loan to Chesterfield.

After being released by Newcastle at the end of the 2018–19 season, in June 2019 it was announced that he would sign permanently for Chesterfield after the expiry of his contract on 30 June 2019.

He signed for Weymouth in October 2021. In November 2021, he moved to Indian I-League club RoundGlass Punjab.

On 7 January 2023, Yarney signed for National League side Oldham Athletic on a non-contract basis following a successful trial. In February 2023, he signed an 18-month pre-contract agreement with the club. At the end of the 2022–23 season he was voted the Supporters' Player of the Year.

In July 2023 he signed a one-year contract with Tranmere Rovers as a free agent. He was released at the end of the 2023–24 season.

In October 2024, Yarney signed for West Bank Premier League side Hilal Al-Quds.

On 6 February 2025, Yarney returned to England, joining National League South side Boreham Wood.

On 7 July 2025, it was announced that Yarney had been signed by National League North side Macclesfield.

Career statistics

Honours Boreham Wood National League South play-offs: 2025

Individual Oldham Athletic Supporters' Player of the Year: 2022–23