Newcastle United sign Isaac Hayden from Arsenal

Newcastle United have completed the signing of Arsenal midfielder Isaac Hayden.

The 21-year-old has agreed a five-year deal at St. James’ Park and has joined up with Magpies’ on their training camp in Ireland.

The midfielder, who spent time on loan at Hull City last season, completed his medical at St James’ Park at the weekend.

The 21-year-old, who can also play at full-back and as a defensive midfielder, made two League Cup appearances for Arsenal.

He has played his way through the England youth ranks up to U20 level and played 24 times for a promotion-winning Hull side last season.

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“Newcastle is a massive football club and to be given the opportunity to come here and progress my career is fantastic,” said Hayden.

“Being at Arsenal was a great experience, I learnt a lot there and have a lot to thank them for, but I needed to move on and so when Newcastle came in for me I jumped at the chance.

“I am still young but I want to get as many games under my belt as I can and help the team bounce back to the Premier League.”

Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez added: “We continue with our plan to bring in players who are hungry to succeed and prove themselves, which Isaac really is.

“He is also a player who can play in different positions, which is very useful.

“Isaac is a young, strong English player with fantastic potential but also with some experience already of the Championship. We welcome him to the Club.”