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Lukas Hornicek signs five-year deal with Newcastle United

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 8:14 AM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Lukas Hornicek signs five-year deal with Newcastle United
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Lukas Hornicek has officially signed with Newcastle United, the club announced on August 3, 2026. The Czech Republic international goalkeeper joins from SC Braga for an undisclosed fee, widely reported to trigger his €30m release clause. Hornicek becomes Newcastle's fifth signing of the summer as the club's transfer spending surpasses £150m. He previously helped Braga reach the UEFA Europa League semi-finals and earned his first senior international cap earlier this year. Hornicek expressed excitement about joining the club and its passionate fanbase.

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  • •Hornicek joins Newcastle United from SC Braga.
  • •The signing follows four other summer acquisitions.
  • •Newcastle's summer spending exceeds £150m.
  • •Hornicek played a key role at Braga, earning a call-up to the national team.
  • •He signed a five-year contract with the club.
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  • 8:14 AMYahoo Sports — Lukas Hornicek has now signed for Newcastle United : Official announcement
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Lukas Hornicek has now signed for Newcastle United. The club officially announcing this on Monday morning.

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