Newcastle seal £34m deal for Monaco midfielder Bamba

The 20-year-old becomes Newcastle's fourth summer signing after agreeing a five-year contract.

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What happened. Newcastle have completed the signing of midfielder Aladji Bamba from Monaco for a fee that could rise to £34m, with the 20-year-old agreeing a five-year contract.

• Bamba is Newcastle's fourth signing of the summer.
• He is expected to compete with Miley for the No 6 role.
• The player expressed excitement about joining the club.

“I’m very happy to be here. I was very excited when I heard Newcastle were interested in signing me.”

— Aladji Bamba

Bamba will bolster Newcastle's midfield options ahead of the new season.

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