"Newcastle United" announce on their official website that they have acquired Netherlands national team midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum from PSV Eindhoven. It is reported that a five-year contract has been signed with the 24-year-old footballer. G. Wijnaldum has become the first purchase of "Magpies" manager Steve McClaren. "I am delighted to become a Newcastle player," said the Dutchman. "I felt that it was the right time to change clubs. Newcastle showed interest in me and I realized that they really wanted me. I am very happy." The exact transfer fee for G. Wijnaldum is not disclosed, but he has become the third most expensive player in Newcastle's history. The midfielder played for PSV since 2011. Last season, he played 42 matches for the Dutch champions, scoring 18 goals and making five assists.
