Newcastle complete signing of Japan international Yoshinori Mutō | OneFootball

Newcastle have announced the signing of Japan international Yoshinori Mutō in a €10.7m deal.

The forward joins from Bundesliga club Mainz after being granted a work permit at a hearing on Thursday.

Mutō, who played at the World Cup, has signed a four-year contract at St James’ Park and becomes the club’s fifth summer signing.

Speaking to the club’s official website, the 26-year-old said: “I am very happy to be a player for Newcastle United. I am really looking forward to playing in front of the fans.

“As the first Japanese Newcastle United player, I am honoured to be a player for such a big club. I hope to achieve good results – that is what I am here to do. I would like to perform well and leave my name in Newcastle’s history.”

Newcastle boss Rafa Benítez added: “I am really pleased to have Yoshinori Muto with us. We were following him for quite a while.

“Hopefully he can bring us his energy and work-rate and help the team to improve and be better for the new season.”​