Matthew Targett, on Wednesday, completed his medical for his permanent switch from Aston Villa to Newcastle; the left-back joins the Tyneside outfit for a reported fee of £15m which should rise to £18m.
A six-month loan spell for Targett that helped Newcastle avoid relegation has been rewarded with a permanent switch to St. James’ Park. The soon-to-be Toon will sign a four-year deal, keeping him at the club until 2026.
"Matt Targett completed a medical on Wednesday afternoon, ahead of a permanent move to Newcastle.Newcastle have a deal in place to make the move permanent for £15m, which includes £3m loan fee for last season, and are expected to do so in the coming days."
During the winter transfer window and after the arrival of Steven Gerrard, it was the curtain call on Targett’s Aston Villa career. The new gaffer opted for another option at left-back and chose to sign Lucas Digne from Everton; he was expelled by Rafa Benitez and found a new home at Villa Park.
This gave Matt Targett the idea he needs to start looking for a new club, but he didn’t have to look too far thanks to his time at Newcastle being a successful one in its own right.
He aided them in securing Premier League survival by playing every single minute of football from the moment when he joined Eddie Howe’s squad. He played 16 games for Howie and had no goal contribution. However, he helped a poor defence stop leaking in goals for fun.
Matthew Targett on his Permanent switch to Newcastle United:
"I think everyone knows what I want, but it’s up to the club. It’s a massive project, an exciting project, and I’m sure everyone wants to be a part of it.I’ve loved every single minute of my time here. It’s been an incredible place to play my football. I’ve loved every second of it. (Via: skysports.com)"
⚫⚪ Matt Targett has completed his medical ahead of a £15m move to #NUFC ✍️ pic.twitter.com/BPb3wcx9b2
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) June 8, 2022
Aston Villa making their own moves
Gerrard and the Villa transfer committee have been busy on their side and have their hands full trying to get the squad to Stevie’s standard. They have also made a loan deal permanent in the shape of Brazillian Philippe Coutinho; he joined on a four-year deal from Barcelona for £17m.
The second new addition is Marseille’s Boubacar Kamara. The midfielder will join the club on a free transfer. So both clubs are showing some sensible decisions in the transfer market. Villa has two talented players for £17m while Newcastle has a proven Premier League left-back for £15m.
The Magpies will continue to be cautious in their summer dealings. they do not want to breach Financial Fair Play (FFP) and enjoy a steady but rewarding rebuild.