Newcastle United have reached an agreement with Aston Villa to sign midfielder Jacob Ramsey in a deal worth up to £44 million. According to The Athletic, the agreement includes an upfront payment of £39 million plus £5 million in performance-based add-ons.

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.