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Newcastle complete £25.7m deal for Braga goalkeeper Hornicek

Newcastle United have completed the £25.7m signing of Czech goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga to strengthen their options between the posts. The 24-year-old international has agreed a five-year contract at St James' Park after the club triggered his release clause, joining up with the squad during their pre-season training camp in Spain.

Hornicek completes medical ahead as fifth Newcastle summer signing

Newcastle United are on the verge of officially confirming their fifth major signing of the summer transfer window after highly-rated goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek completed his medical in Spain. The Czech Republic international travelled to La Manga to finalise a £25.7m move from Sporting Braga, adding significant depth to the squad during a period of major structural transitions at the club.

Kompany hails Freiburg after UEL achievement

Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany has offered a glowing assessment of Freiburg following their historic progression to the Europa League final. Despite his own side’s recent disappointment in European competition, the Belgian tactician insisted that their rivals represent a blueprint for success in the modern game.