Newcastle United Announces Signing Of Midfielder Jacob Ramsey From Aston Villa

‎Newcastle United have announced a deal to sign Jacob Ramsey from Aston Villa.

‎The Athletic reported on Thursday that the two clubs agreed on an upfront fee of £39 million ($52.8 million) plus up to £5 million in additional, more challenging add-ons.

‎”The 24-year-old becomes the Magpies’ fourth first team addition of the summer after penning a long-term deal at St. James’ Park,” said the club on their website, without specifying the length of the contract or the transfer fee.

‎Ramsey progressed through Villa’s academy and went on to make 167 appearances for the club. Last season, despite a hamstring injury mid-campaign, he featured in 46 games, including 10 in the Champions League, though he was frequently used as a substitute.

‎Newcastle pipped Villa to a Champions League berth at the end of last season. The two clubs opened their new campaigns by drawing 0-0 on Saturday.

‎Ramsey was not part of the Villa squad for the game.

‎”It’s been a mad two or three days, but I’m really happy to be here and I can’t wait to get started,” said Ramsey on Newcastle’s website.

‎The club has signed Anthony Elanga, Aaron Ramsdale, and Malick Thiaw, but has struggled to land other targets.

‎Star striker Alexander Isak was absent from Saturday’s squad after reacting to the club rejecting a bid from Liverpool.

‎”Jacob is another fantastic addition to our squad,” said Howe.

‎”His qualities will bring us something different on the pitch and he fits the profile of being young and hungry to develop, but also with a wealth of Premier League football.”

‎Ramsey earned a place in England’s Euro Under-21 Championship-winning squad in 2023, alongside his new teammate Anthony Gordon.