Newcastle United are finalising the acquisition of Lloyd Kelly, with the deal expected to be completed in the coming weeks. The club is currently ironing out the formalities of the free transfer, aiming for Kelly to join the squad in July.
Steady Progress on Transfer
Unlike the situation with Tosin Adarabioyo, whose plans changed leading him to Chelsea, Newcastle’s intentions regarding Kelly remain firm. The club is confident that there will be no deviations from the planned acquisition of the defender.
Background on the Deal
The interest in Kelly was first reported last month, indicating Newcastle’s strategy to strengthen their defence by signing both Kelly and Adarabioyo. However, while Adarabioyo’s path took a different turn, Kelly’s transfer to Newcastle has progressed as planned.
According to Fabrizio Romano, a well-known football journalist, the official announcement of the deal is expected soon, with the phrase “here we go” signalling its imminent finalisation.