Ryan Fraser and Callum Wilson sign for Newcastle United in dramatic day

Steve Bruce is excited by the ‘wonderful chemistry’ of his new Newcastle United signings Ryan Fraser and Callum Wilson.
Ryan Fraser in action for AFC Bournemouth.Ryan Fraser in action for AFC Bournemouth.
Ryan Fraser in action for AFC Bournemouth.

Fraser, a 26-year-old Scotland international, has signed a five-year deal at St James’s Park.

The free agent joins from AFC Bournemouth along with striker Wilson, who confirmed his £20million move earlier today.

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And Bruce is looking forward to the pair striking up a similar partnership to the one they enjoyed on the south coast.

Bruce said: "I'm delighted to bring Ryan to Newcastle United.

"We have held off big competition to get his signature and that says a lot about what this club has to offer.

"His ability and his contributions on the pitch speak for themselves and I'm looking forward to seeing him getting to work in a Newcastle shirt.

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"He has wonderful chemistry on the pitch with Callum Wilson, which excites me, and I hope it excites our supporters ahead of the new season."

Fraser added: "I'm absolutely buzzing for it - I came down to see the place the other day and it was all just good things; the manager, the place, the fans, the messages I've been getting.

"It was just a no-brainer, really, to play in such a big stadium with such passionate fans, and being back up in the north again is big as well.

"So I'm really looking forward to it and I just cant wait to show everyone what I can do, help the team and help us get back to where we belong."