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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jonathan Veal

Newcastle set to sign midfielder from Premier League rivals

Newcastle (Organization) EPL Jacob Ramsey Aston Villa UEFA Champions League
  • Newcastle are set to sign Aston Villa winger Jacob Ramsey after agreeing a £40m fee for the player.
  • The 24-year-old is expected to undergo a medical imminently in the North East.
  • Ramsey's sale is crucial for Aston Villa to comply with UEFA financial fair play and profit and sustainability rules, as the fee will count as pure profit.
  • Should the transfer be finalised quickly, Ramsey could potentially face his former club in the Premier League opener on Saturday.
  • Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is unlikely to benefit significantly from the transfer funds due to the club's financial constraints and a recent UEFA fine.

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Fee agreed for Jacob Ramsey between Aston Villa and Newcastle

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