The Magpies have undergone big changes since the arrival of Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi at St. James’ Park, finally putting some focus on the academy, having added to their talent pool already this summer.
The North-East outfit have announced the signing of 18-year-old Alex Murphy from Galway, whilst terms have also been agreed with Kilmarock for 17-year-old Charlie McArthur.
This illustrates a major departure from Mike Ashley’s attitude towards the behind-the-scenes running of the club, where youth investment was neglected.
Wenham, an insider most regularly known for breaking Tottenham news, has now shared a revelation of Newcastle’s latest activity within the transfer market.
Speaking with Football Insider, who call the reporter a ‘youth football expert’, he claimed: “I don’t know the name but I know Newcastle have picked up a 16-year-old Southampton boy on £6,500-per-week.
“That’s fairly interesting because it shows the club are developing away from the first team and investing in the academy.
“I think the announcement will come in the coming days, before the end of the week.
“On that money, now, over a three-year deal, that’s £1million. On that money, you have made it, regardless of what you do in the game.“
Whilst Newcastle’s owners have been focusing on what Eddie Howe needs on the pitch, the fact they have taken the time to deviate away and make changes to the academy illustrates just how well they have taken charge of developments at St. James’ Park.
With the Tyneside outfit looking to progress towards European football in the next few years, the club will be looking to improve all aspects to ensure that they maintain this status for seasons to come.
