Newcastle United ‘long-term deal’ agreed as forward spotted again at St James’ Park – first transfer of 2025
Incoming Newcastle United signing Vakhtang Salia has shared another image of his visit to the club this month.
Salia is Newcastle’s first confirmed transfer of 2025 but he will not officially join the club from Georgian side Dinamo Tbilisi until he turns 18 in August. A fortnight ago, Salia visited Newcastle’s training ground at Darsley Park and also had a tour of St James’ Park, meeting key figures at the club such as head coach Eddie Howe and sporting director Paul Mitchell.
During the off-season in Georgia, Newcastle is clearly still on Salia’s mind as he took to Instagram to post an image of himself at St James’ Park alongside his agent, Levan Seturidze. Newcastle beat several clubs to Salia’s signature on a long-term deal with Premier League rivals Arsenal and Manchester United credited with an interest.
The forward has scored six goals in 28 league appearances for Dinamo and will be looking to improve his tally before his big summer move. After his arrival at Newcastle, Salia is likely to be loaned out for the 2025-26 season.
Former Sunderland manager Jack Ross will be tasked with lining up a loan move for Salia as part of his new role at head of strategic football partnerships at Newcastle. The club are making a conscious effort to carefully tailor loan moves and clubs for players, ensuring they are physically and mentally prepared before being sent out.
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