newcastle complete signing
| |

Newcastle complete signing of goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga

Newcastle, currently without a permanent manager, announced Monday that they have signed Czech Republic goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Portuguese club Braga.

Hornicek has agreed to a five year contract after Newcastle triggered his 30 million euro release clause, a fee equivalent to roughly 25.7 million pounds or 34.6 million dollars. He becomes the club’s fifth signing of the summer transfer window.

The 24 year old, who is expected to challenge Nick Pope for the starting goalkeeper role, described the past few days as an emotional experience since first learning of the move, and said he is thrilled to have completed the transfer. He said he is aware of Newcastle’s reputation as a major football city, pointing to the roughly 52,000 fans who fill St James’ Park and create an atmosphere he said pushes the team in every match, adding that he is eager to play in front of them.

Newcastle sporting director Ross Wilson said Hornicek has firmly established himself as one of the top young goalkeepers in Europe.

The signing comes during a turbulent period for the club. Eddie Howe stepped down as Newcastle manager last week after five years in charge, following a difficult campaign that saw the team finish 12th in the Premier League. The club has also faced a challenging summer transfer window on other fronts. Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali has completed a move to Tottenham, while England forward Anthony Gordon has departed for Barcelona. Captain Bruno Guimaraes has also been strongly linked with a switch to Premier League champions Arsenal.

Newcastle will open their Premier League season at home against Liverpool on August 23.

Similar Posts

  • | |

    Israel claims Hamas commander killed in Central Ga…

    The Israeli military says it has killed a Hamas commander during an airstrike in central Gaza, as fighting in the territory continues despite ongoing international efforts to reduce hostilities. According to a statement issued by the Israeli military, the commander, identified as Hamam Eid, was targeted in central Gaza. Israel alleged that he was involved in developing Hamas’ drone capabilities and was working to rebuild the group’s aerial operations. The military further claimed that these activities violated the terms of the ceasefire arrangement, describing the operation as part of its ongoing campaign against Hamas’ military infrastructure. Separately, Palestinian officials reported that two members of Gaza’s internal security service were killed in another Israeli airstrike. According to local authorities, the victims were Colonel Wael Al-Lidawi, described as a regional head of the internal security service, and Major Ramez Abu Zuraiq. They were reportedly traveling through Deir al-Balah in central Gaza when their vehicle was struck. The reported deaths come as military operations continue across Gaza despite previous ceasefire efforts. Both Israeli and Palestinian authorities have continued to exchange accusations over violations of the truce, while humanitarian concerns remain high. The claims made by the Israeli military and Palestinian officials have not been independently verified, and the conflict continues to evolve with ongoing reports of casualties on both sides.

  • | | |

    Newborn twins found abandoned in shopping bag in G…

    GUJRAT: A disturbing incident involving newborn twins abandoned in Gujrat has been reported from the Madina Syedan area within the jurisdiction of Sadar Gujrat Police Station. According to rescue officials, a newborn baby boy and girl were found after allegedly being abandoned inside a shopping bag. The infants were subsequently handed over to Child Protection Gujranwala for care and protection. Doctors who examined the newborn twins said that both babies were in good health. The children are now under the supervision of the relevant child protection authorities as further arrangements are being made for their care. Police have reportedly traced the woman believed to be the mother of the newborn twins. She is currently under police custody while receiving treatment at a hospital. Authorities have initiated legal proceedings against the woman, while investigators are working to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident. According to police sources, the initial investigation suggests that the woman’s husband had contracted another marriage. Police sources said the alleged abandonment of the twins may have been linked to the distress caused by the second marriage. The reported motive remains part of the preliminary investigation, and authorities are expected to gather further evidence before reaching a final conclusion about what led to the incident. The case has drawn attention to concerns surrounding the safety and protection of newborn children. Child protection authorities are currently responsible for the welfare of the two infants following their recovery. The newborn twins abandoned in Gujrat were reportedly found in a vulnerable situation, but rescue officials said both children were healthy when they were transferred to the child protection authorities. Police are continuing their investigation and are expected to determine the full circumstances of the case, including how and when the babies were abandoned and whether any other individuals were involved. The incident also highlights the importance of timely intervention by rescue services and child protection institutions in cases involving abandoned or vulnerable children. Further legal action against the woman will depend on the findings of the ongoing investigation and the evidence collected by police. Authorities have not indicated that the investigation has concluded, and the reported reason for the abandonment should therefore be treated as an initial finding rather than an established fact.

  • | |

    Rain emergency declared in Rawalpindi and Islamaba…

    RAWALPINDI: A rain emergency has been declared in Rawalpindi and Islamabad after heavy rainfall hit the twin cities. The authorities have stepped up preparations to deal with any possible emergency. Teams and heavy machinery have been deployed in several low-lying areas. According to the Managing Director of the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA), water levels in Nullah Lai have increased following the rainfall. The water flow at Kattarian has reached 10.5 feet. At Gawalmandi, the level has been recorded at 8.5 feet. Officials are closely monitoring the situation along Nullah Lai. Emergency teams have been placed on alert to respond quickly if water levels rise further. Shamsabad recorded the highest rainfall in Rawalpindi. Around 116 millimetres of rain was recorded in the area. The heavy downpour has raised concerns about urban flooding in vulnerable parts of the city. WASA staff have been deployed in low-lying areas to manage the situation. Heavy machinery has also been positioned at several key locations. These include Liaquat Bagh, the Committee Chowk Underpass and low-lying areas along Murree Road. Equipment has also been deployed in Dhok Khaba, Circular Road and Sadiqabad. Officials said the deployment of machinery would help clear rainwater and keep important roads accessible. Emergency personnel are also monitoring areas that are vulnerable to water accumulation. The authorities have urged relevant departments to remain alert as further rainfall could increase pressure on the city’s drainage system. WASA teams are continuing to monitor Nullah Lai and other vulnerable points. Officials said immediate action would be taken if water levels rise or flooding occurs.

  • |

    Belgian authorities arrest Canadian intern on suspicion of spying at NATO military headquarters

    Belgian prosecutors have launched an investigation into a Canadian woman of Chinese origin arrested on suspicion of spying while working as an intern at NATO’s Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) in Mons, Belgium. The suspect’s workplace and residence inside the NATO military base were searched following a tip-off from NATO security services regarding suspicious behaviour, including asking unauthorised questions and loitering near alliance buildings. She has been remanded in pre-trial custody for one month on charges of espionage for a third country and membership of a criminal organisation. The incident has raised significant concerns over international security clearance procedures, which fall under the responsibility of an intern’s home nation, in this instance, Canada. Canadian Minister of Public Safety Gary Anandasangaree confirmed that national authorities will review their security screening protocols to determine how the breach occurred. Meanwhile, NATO officials stated that the alliance remains fully committed to safeguarding classified information and protecting personnel.

  • | |

    Israeli strikes draw Lebanese President’s warning

    Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Saturday condemned Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon, calling them a “clear message” about the ongoing negotiations between Beirut and Tel Aviv ahead of the next round of US-sponsored talks in Rome early next month, AFP reported. Aoun criticised what he described as continued Israeli attacks and repeated violations of the framework agreement and international law protecting civilians. He said an Israeli strike on a house in the southern town of Ansar killed an entire family. At least seven people were killed and three others injured when Israeli warplanes struck a house on the outskirts of Ansar in Nabatieh district early Saturday, Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA) reported. The strike destroyed the building, while rescue teams searched the rubble for victims and survivors. NNA said the attack marked the first Israeli airstrike to reach this far inside Lebanese territory since a ceasefire took effect two months ago. Israeli aircraft also carried out several strikes on Ali al-Taher hill near Nabatieh al-Fawqa. The strikes came despite a framework agreement signed between Lebanon and Israel on June 26 under US sponsorship. The agreement calls for Israel to gradually withdraw from occupied Lebanese territory while the Lebanese army deploys in those areas and armed groups, including Hezbollah, disarm. According to the report, Israel continues to hold parts of southern Lebanon, including areas it occupied during earlier conflicts. During the latest escalation, Israeli forces advanced more than 10 kilometres into Lebanese territory. Lebanese authorities say the Israeli assault, which began on March 2, has killed 4,335 people and wounded 12,277 others. Aoun warned that the continued violations could undermine the negotiation process and further threaten the fragile ceasefire.

  • |

    Guatemalan emergency services initiate community evacuations following eruption of Fuego volcano

    Guatemalan disaster management authorities ordered the preventive evacuation of settlements surrounding the Fuego volcano after the geological structure entered a paroxysmal eruptive phase, sending plumes of volcanic ash and pyroclastic density currents down its flanks. The National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction (CONRED) issued a nationwide institutional orange alert, while escalating departmental warnings to red across Sacatepéquez, Chimaltenango, and Escuintla. Emergency personnel coordinated the relocation of over 1,700 residents from high-risk communities, including El Porvenir and Las Lajitas in the San Juan Alotenango municipality. Monitoring reports from the National Institute of Seismology, Volcanology, Meteorology and Hydrology (INSIVUMEH) confirmed that high-temperature pyroclastic flows, composed of volcanic gases, ash, and incandescent rock, descended across five major ravines. Officials warned that dispersed ash clouds could affect municipalities up to 130 kilometres west and northwest of the crater. In response, regional transport authorities temporarily closed National Route 14 to civilian traffic, while the Ministry of Education suspended in-person schooling across nearby districts.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *