Career
Gilliead has also represented England at under-16, under-17, under-18, and under-20 international levels. Newcastle United
On 4 July 2013, Newcastle United announced that Alex Gilliead signed a three-year contract with the club In January 2016, he signed a contract extension which would tie him to Newcastle United until 30 June 2018, with the option of one further year.
= Loan to Carlisle United On 14 September 2015, Gilliead joined Carlisle United on a youth loan until October 2015.
On 19 September 2015, Gilliead made his professional debut in a Football League Two fixture against York City. He played from the start and set up both of Carlisle"s goals in a 2–2 draw.
Gilliead has represented England at under-16, under-17, under-18, and under-20 levels.