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Newcastle United Announce Signing of Sheffield United Forward William Ula

In a surprise move, Newcastle United have announced the signing of 21-year-old forward William Ula from Sheffield United. The announcement came just minutes before Eddie Howe’s press conference this morning.

According to reports, the transfer is a 10 million pound deal with an additional 5 million pounds in add-ons, making it a significant investment for the club. Ula has been in action for Sheffield United for the last two years, playing a significant amount of first-team football.

Eddie Howe Weighs in on the Signing

Eddie Howe, the Newcastle United sporting director, spoke highly of the new signing, stating that he has "good raw ingredients to become a very good centre forward". He praised Ula’s pace, physical profile, and technical skills, but acknowledged that there are areas of his game that need development.

"This is a player that we’ve known well," Howe said. "I’ve known him since Jason’s time at Sheffield United really. We’ve been tracking his career for the last three years. He’s a player that really excites us."

What’s Next for Newcastle United in the Transfer Window?

Despite the signing of Ula, Eddie Howe admitted that the club has been quiet in the transfer window so far and that they are still focused on keeping hold of their key players. The likes of Bruno Guimaraes and Anthony Gordon have been linked with moves away from the club, and Howe was cagey about the prospects of signing Anthony Gordon, stating that "exactly where Bruno is, it’s Newcastle".

He also refused to comment on the club’s pursuit of Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, only stating that he was unable to give an update at this stage.

Concluding Thoughts

The signing of Ula is a significant move for Newcastle United, and fans will be excited to see how he fits into the squad. With the transfer window still open, there may be more moves to come before the deadline. One thing is certain, however – Eddie Howe will be keen to strengthen his squad further to ensure a successful season ahead.

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