Newcastle United are closing in on a move for Kilmarnock youngster Charlie McArthur as the Magpies' academy overhaul continues.
ChronicleLive understands McArthur and his camp were due to discuss personal terms with Newcastle last Thursday after a six-figure fee was agreed between the two clubs. No issues were anticipated and the centre-back now looks set to link up with the under-23s next month.
McArthur has already made four appearances for Kilmarnock's first team and was captain of the Scotland side who competed at the UEFA European under-17 championships last month. Clearly, just like with the first team, Newcastle have been able to attract a different profile of player at academy level this summer after the club's takeover was completed last year.
