Newcastle United signs Bosnian defender Amar Dedić on five-year deal

Newcastle United has secured the signature of Bosnian international defender Amar Dedić from Benfica on a five-year contract, according to official announcements. The 24-year-old defender has expressed his excitement about joining the English Premier League club and joining up with current German manager Matthias Jaissle. Dedić, who previously worked with Jaissle during his tenure at Austrian clubs Liefering and Red Bull Salzburg, has amassed 95 appearances across all competitions for Salzburg before transferring to Benfica.

A seasoned international, Dedić has earned 31 caps for Bosnia and Herzegovina, including three appearances in the 2026 World Cup. Manager Jaissle lauded Dedić's defensive and offensive abilities, crediting his technical skill, physical strength, and UEFA Champions League and World Cup experience as attributes that align perfectly with Newcastle's playing style.