Newcastle emerged as the 24-year-old's preferred destination despite interest from other clubs such as West Ham United.

Newcastle are poised to secure a significant transfer, with Aston Villa winger Jacob Ramsey set for a medical after a £40m fee was agreed, the PA news agency understands. The 24-year-old is due to travel to the North East imminently.

Newcastle have agreed a £43m deal to sign Aston Villas Jacob Ramsey; the midfielders sale will represent pure profit for Villa as he is an academy player; Unai Emerys side will receive an initial £39m plus £4m in add-ons;