Newcastle United is close to finalizing the transfer of midfielder Sean Steur from Ajax, according to The Guardian.
The Premier League club is expected to pay approximately £23 million for the highly rated young talent.
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The 18-year-old central midfielder can play as both a No. 6 and a No. 8.
He has drawn widespread praise in Amsterdam, where many view him as the most exciting midfield prospect to emerge from the Ajax academy since Frenkie de Jong.
Upon moving to Tyneside, the Netherlands Under-19 international will likely compete with Lewis Miley for a spot in central midfield.
Newcastle management plans to give the teenager ample time to adapt to the physical demands of English football.
Howe's Squad Reshaping
Manager Eddie Howe is actively reshaping his squad following the high-profile departure of Sandro Tonali.
Tonali recently completed a transfer to Tottenham Hotspur in a deal that could eventually reach a total valuation of £100 million.
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Steur earned his place in Newcastle's recruitment plans after a breakout season in the Eredivisie.
After starting the previous campaign in the Ajax youth ranks, he quickly progressed to the first team and made 25 senior appearances.
Alongside the pursuit of Steur, Newcastle remains active in the summer transfer market.
The club continues to track Switzerland midfielder Johan Manzambi, who is currently valued at around £51 million by Freiburg.
Furthermore, Newcastle has already secured the services of winger Bazoumana Touré from Hoffenheim for a reported fee of £43 million.
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Touré was brought in to bolster the attacking options following Anthony Gordon's transfer to Barcelona in May.
