The AS Monaco and Newcastle United transfer saga for Aladji Bamba has reached a decisive stage. Both clubs have finalized a deal worth over €40 million, including performance-based bonuses, paving the way for the 20-year-old French-Guinean midfielder to join the Premier League side.

Born in Blois, France, to Guinean parents, Bamba received clearance to travel to England for a mandatory medical examination and to formalize his long-term contract with Newcastle. The young international, who has been making waves in Ligue 1, is now on the brink of a career-defining move.

Speaking before his departure, Bamba shared his excitement about the opportunity:

« This is an incredible chance for me—a major leap forward in my career. Newcastle is a historic club with a passionate fanbase, and I’m thrilled to experience the Premier League while keeping my loved ones in France and Guinea close to my heart. »