Newcastle United have signed midfielder Jacob Ramsey from Aston Villa for £40m.
The 24-year-old has signed a five-year contract and becomes the Magpies’ fourth addition of the summer.
“This is a big move for me, but as soon as I knew the gaffer was interested and really liked me, it didn’t take much time to decide,” Ramsey told Newcastle’s club website.
“It was always a tough game playing for Villa against Newcastle – the team is full of energy, so athletic and the fans are so passionate. I feel my game will suit that and I’m excited to be on the other end of it now.”
The former England Under-21 international had been with Villa since the age of six and made 167 appearances for the senior side.
