Newcastle transfer news: Rafa Benitez makes first summer signing as Toon snap-up Christian Atsu from Chelsea for £6m
Magpies swoop for Blues winger as Spanish boss begins recruitment for Premier League return
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CHRISTIAN ATSU is set to become Newcastle’s first summer signing.
The Toon have informed Chelsea they want to take up their £6.2million option to buy the winger after his season-long loan at St James’ Park.
The Ghanaian joined Chelsea from Porto four years ago.
However, he has failed to make a single first-team appearance for them.
Atsu has made 35 appearances for the Magpies this season.
He has scored five times in that time.
And his performances have done enough to persuade Benitez to splash the cash.
Meanwhile, Newcastle announced a three-year club-record sponsorship deal with Asian gambling firm Fun88.com on Monday.
That signals the end to their controversial tie-up with Wonga.
The Toon also revealed their new strip for their Premier League return, which features a special commemorative crest to honour their 125th season.