"Newcastle United" has announced that they have signed a five and a half year contract with "Bordeaux" striker Henri Saivet. The 25-year-old footballer became the first "Magpies" purchase during this transfer window. However, the transfer fee was not disclosed. You can read more about possible changes in the "Newcastle" squad in today's transfer rumors roundup. "I am very happy to be in Newcastle," Saivet told the official club website. "I am truly proud to represent this team and very excited for the challenges ahead." "St James' Park" is an impressive and unique stadium. There is nothing like it in France. I can't wait to run out onto the pitch with my new teammates and help the team climb the league table." The Senegalese, who scored 23 goals in a total of 178 matches for a French club, was recently named as the key player by Bordeaux coach Willy Sagnol.
