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Newcastle have agreed on the transfer of 18-year-old midfielder Ousmane Diabate from Turkish side Genclerbirligi. According to Fabrizio Romano, the player turned down three other offers. He will stay at the Turkish club on loan until the season ends.

Newcastle have finalised the transfer of 18-year-old midfielder Ousmane Diabate. The player currently represents Turkish club Genclerbirligi. This information was confirmed by trusted insider Fabrizio Romano.

The Guinea international received three offers from other European teams. However, he chose to join the English club, drawn in by the long-term development plan on offer.

It’s important to note that Diabate won’t be moving to England just yet. As part of the deal, the young midfielder will remain at Genclerbirligi on loan until the end of the current season. This arrangement will allow him to gain regular playing time ahead of his permanent move to Newcastle.