Newcastle United's deal in principle for Sven Botman is the Magpies statement signing so far this summer. Tipped to become one of the best in world football, the Dutch centre-half has a league title, domestic cup and Champions League experience under his belt at such a young age.
The 22-year-old, who has come through the Ajax youth academy, will arrive on Tyneside with the Magpies at the start of their journey towards competing for titles. Eddie Howe's defence was an area of the pitch that needed vast improvement prior to the January window and they Magpies recruitment team have wasted no time in addressing that.
The takeover at St James' Park has taken the Magpies back in time to the days of Kevin Keegan and Sir Bobby Robson, with big name signings linked at almost every opportunity. Of course, there are plenty of big money signings that have not worked out.
