Newcastle United now reach agreement to sign Vakhtang Salia – Report | OneFootball

Newcastle United have reached an agreement to sign Vakhtang Salia, according to Foot Mercato.

They report that their information is that Newcastle United, Dinami Tbilisi and the player himself have all agreed the terms of the move.

The exciting young attacking player is a Georgia Under 21 international already and at the age of 16 scored four first team goals, three in the league and another in the UEFA Europa Conference League qualifiers.

Vakhtang Salia turned 17 only 26 days ago on 30 August and also has two first team assists to his name so far.

The report states that whilst the deal is set to be finalised and announced, Vakhtang Salia will not immediately move to England, instead he will remain with Dinamo Tbilisi for the best part of another year, then make the move to Tyneside in summer 2025

Newcastle United are set to be Dinamo Tbilisi youngster Vakhtang Salia’s next destination.

Over in Georgia, media outlet, Lelo, are also reporting the imminent move, with Vakhtang Salia to sign a long-term contract with Newcastle United.

As always, great to see these potential stars of the future getting brought in to Newcastle United.

A decade and a half wasted under Mike Ashley and now NUFC playing catch up.

A worldwide recruitment set-up now in place, trying to bring in promising teenagers (as well as first team squad players) from both the UK and overseas.