Newcastle United are closing in on the deadline day signings of both Hugo Ekitike and Matt Targett.
The Magpies have had a bid accepted by Reims for striker Ekitike after the two clubs have been locked in talks for much of the January window.
The deal is expected to be around €30million for the initial fee and €10million in further bonuses.
Newcastle are also moving closer to completing the signing of Aston Villa left back Targett on a loan deal until the end of the season.
Targett has fallen out of favour at Villa Park following the arrival of Lucas Digne and is a player who has been on the radar at St. James’ Park for a number of years.
Here is how Newcastle fans have been reacting to the news.
@Magpie24_7: “Targett isn’t the biggest name. But he’s a great character to have in a team. A solid player and a very good, under the radar signing. I’m really happy with this one if it happens!”
@TheWolfOfNCL: “Matt Targett slander is going to have to stop. We’re not in for any other LBs so stop hating the guy who is joining us. Support all the new signings. Targett isn’t a flare player for sure, but he’s consistent and solid LB, good tackler, and great crosser. That’s all we need.”
@weddler1983: “Matt Targett is only 26! He seems to have been around for ages. Good signing and improves us for sure.”
@Wig82: “Matt Targett is a superb deal for #NUFC, one of best LBs in the league last season and improves in a key area too.”
@nufcMagpie99: Wow what a morning and we’re only at 9am haha, Targett, Burn and Ekitike.”
@fplbusteam: “Matt Targett loan moving forward and Hugo Ekitike fee more or less agreed. #NUFC not messing about today. Been such an odd transfer window for us to get used to.”
@carl_english: “Ekitike is a smart move, bags of potential and wouldn’t take a squad spot up due to his age. Exciting times.”
@nufc_seb: “Ekitike is a very exciting signing. Can play wide and up front, I know he’s only 18 but from what I’ve seen he’s well developed and whilst might not start every game, will be in the first team from the off.”
@JustinTerrett: “Think Hugo Ekitike could be a superstar for us. Massive signing.”
@dan_jr1987: “That’s a big morning for #nufc Ekitike and Targett, two spots filled. If I can not sound ungrateful or anything, I really hope we can do a deal for Lingard as well. Top the day off nicely.”
