Newcastle complete £30m move for Benfica's Dedic

Newcastle United have signed defender Amar Dedic from Benfica for around £30 million. The 24-year-old Bosnian international has joined on a five-year contract after undergoing a medical at the club's training ground in Tyneside. Dedic previously won the Austrian title with Red Bull Salzburg under manager Matthias Jaissle in 2023, and the two have reunited at Newcastle.

Dedic expressed his excitement about joining his former boss and playing for the club he regards as "amazing". He praised Jaissle's knowledge of his abilities and the special atmosphere at St James' Park. The move addresses Newcastle's need for a new right-back following Kieran Trippier's departure. Jaissle is eager to work with the defender again, praising his defensive and attacking qualities and potential for further development.