DONE DEAL: Newcastle complete £40m signing after Incredible star travelled for medical last night
Jacob Ramsey Seals £40m Switch to Newcastle United from Aston Villa
Newcastle United have officially secured the signature of highly-rated Aston Villa midfielder Jacob Ramsey in a £40 million deal, according to GIVEMESPORT sources.
The transfer concludes a week of negotiations between the two Premier League sides, who, in a twist of fate, will meet on the opening weekend of the new campaign. The move adds an intriguing subplot to their upcoming clash, with Ramsey potentially facing his former teammates just days after leaving Villa Park.
Medical in Tyneside and Transfer Details
The 24-year-old, a former England Under-21 international, travelled to Tyneside on Thursday evening to complete his medical ahead of putting pen to paper. His departure from Aston Villa marks the end of a long pursuit by Newcastle, who had been tracking Ramsey for months as they looked to bolster their midfield options.
Ramsey’s exit comes against the backdrop of Aston Villa’s ongoing financial challenges, particularly in relation to Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR). The midfielder, a product of Villa’s academy, will provide a pure profit boost in the club’s accounts — a significant consideration given UEFA’s recent sanctions against Villa, which included a £5 million fine (with a further £15 million suspended) for failing to comply with financial regulations.
A Frustrated Figure at Villa Park
Last season was a testing one for Ramsey. Once a key figure in Villa’s midfield, he found himself increasingly sidelined as Unai Emery reshaped his squad. The arrivals of high-profile signings such as Marco Asensio and Marcus Rashford pushed the homegrown talent down the pecking order, leaving him frustrated with limited opportunities. Despite Villa’s strong performances across three competitions, Ramsey struggled to make the impact he desired.
Villa’s Transfer Balancing Act
Selling Ramsey was, in many ways, a financial necessity for Villa. Emery was believed to be operating under a “sell-to-buy” approach this summer, needing to generate funds before pursuing new signings. The £40 million windfall from Ramsey’s transfer offers Villa some breathing space and could influence their remaining transfer activity.
Last week, Villa confirmed the signing of Ivorian forward Evann Guessand in a £30 million deal, and while he is not a direct positional replacement for Ramsey, the sale of the midfielder helps offset the costs of such arrivals. Whether Emery moves for another midfielder before the deadline remains to be seen.
A Fresh Start for Ramsey, a Statement for Newcastle
For Ramsey, this move represents an opportunity to reignite his career in a new environment. At 24, he still has his best years ahead of him, and Newcastle’s project under Eddie Howe offers him the chance to play a pivotal role in a side aiming to challenge for European football once again.
For Newcastle, the deal is a statement of ambition. Ramsey’s energy, creativity, and Premier League experience will add depth and dynamism to their midfield, as they look to build on last season’s successes and navigate the challenges of another demanding campaign.