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Newcastle United signs midfielder from Monaco for £40 million

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Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Newcastle United signs midfielder from Monaco for £40 million

Summary

Newcastle United is set to strengthen its midfield by signing a talent from France. Reports indicate that Newcastle will pay Monaco 41 million euros in total, which includes bonuses. The player, who is 20 years old, has a current market value of 18 million euros, which is expected to rise following this transfer. Last season, the midfielder made a total of 23 appearances in Ligue 1 and the Champions League for Monaco. The club has also secured a sell-on clause as part of the agreement.

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By the Numbers

•Newcastle United is acquiring a 20-year-old midfielder from Monaco.
•The transfer fee totals 41 million euros, including bonuses.
•The player had 23 appearances last season in Ligue 1 and the Champions League.
•Monaco has secured a sell-on clause in the deal.
•Newcastle aims to bolster its midfield after losing Sandro Tonali.

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10:10 AMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Reports: £40m for France jewel! PL club bolsters midfield

What they're saying

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After Newcastle United had to let Sandro Tonali go, the Premier League club is now strengthening its midfield with a talent from France. As 'RMC Sport' and Fabrizio Romano both report, Newcastle will...
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