According to an official announcement from AS Monaco, midfielder Aladji Bamba has been transferred to Newcastle. Bamba's contract with Newcastle is valid until June 2031. The transfer fee is 41.5 million euros, which includes 6 million euros in bonuses, and a 15% share of any future resale is retained by Monaco.

Newcastle United have confirmed that French midfielder Aladji Bamba has joined from Monaco on a five-year contract in a €41m package. The 20-year-old is viewed as a top prospect and is currently a nominee for the European Golden Boy. Aladji Bamba stated that he is very happy to be there, adding that it is a new challenge and he is eager to begin. He said he was very excited when he heard Newcastle were interested in signing him. Bamba also mentioned that he knows about the club's history and has already visited the stadium, which he described as amazing. He added that he is eager to be on the pitch and hopes to have some great times with the fans. He is excited to test himself in a new league, which he described as the biggest league in the world. He feels ready for this new opportunity after learning a lot last season and said he will exert his maximum effort for the club.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Aladji Bamba has recently signed his contract to join Newcastle from AS Monaco.

Fabrizio Romano reports that an agreement has been reached between AS Monaco and the English club Newcastle for the transfer of Aladji Bamba for a fee estimated at 41 million euros, which includes bonuses. The agreement contains a clause that allows AS Monaco to receive 15% of any future resale of the player. The sporting project presented by coach Eddie Howe convinced the player, who has quickly reached personal terms with the Newcastle management. AS Monaco has given its formal approval to finalize the deal. Aladji Bamba is scheduled to have his medical examinations in the coming hours, after which he will officially sign a five-year contract with Newcastle.