Newcastle United goalkeeper Martin Dubravka has committed his future to the club by signing a new contract. This decision comes after the club turned down a transfer offer from Saudi Arabian side Al Shabab in January.
Dubravka’s Commitment to Newcastle
Dubravka, who has been a key figure between the posts for Newcastle, expressed his satisfaction with the new deal. He stated, “I’m happy to have extended my time here. I had really positive talk with the gaffer and director, we all agreed that it would be best if I stayed here.”
Background and Career
The 36-year-old Slovakian international has been with Newcastle since 2018, having previously played for clubs such as Sparta Prague and Slovan Liberec. Known for his shot-stopping abilities and commanding presence in the box, Dubravka has been an integral part of Newcastle’s squad.
Rejected Bid from Al Shabab
In January, Newcastle rejected a bid from Al Shabab, a club based in Saudi Arabia, for Dubravka’s services. The decision to keep the experienced goalkeeper was made after discussions with the club’s management, who valued his contributions to the team.