Newcastle are close to signing Aston Villa midfielder Jacob Ramsey in a
deal worth about forty million pounds.
According to report, the clubs were in advanced talks over the proposed
deal for the 24-year-old.
An agreement in principle has now been reached, with just the finer details
left to complete.
Once signed off, Ramsey will complete the formalities, including a medical,
of the move to St James' Park.
Villa will host Newcastle in their opening Premier League game on
Saturday.
Ramsey, a former England Under-21 international, has scored 17 goals in
167 appearances for Villa since earning his senior debut in 2019 and was
a regular for Unai Emery's side last season.
Newcastle have also signed winger Anthony Elanga from Nottingham
Forest and AC Milan defender Malick Thiaw on permanent deals this
summer.
