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Amar Dedić Transfer from Benfica to Newcastle United
Newcastle United have signed Bosnian international full-back Amar Dedić from Benfica for approximately £30m. The 24-year-old has signed a five-year contract at St James’ Park and is the sixth addition to Matthias Jaissle’s squad this summer. Dedić worked with the Newcastle head coach early in his career at both FC Liefering and Red Bull Salzburg. The defender said that it is a special feeling and a very big honour for him to join Newcastle United, adding that he is very happy to be there and is eager to start playing for the club and the fans. He stated that working with Matthias again was a significant factor for him as they know each other well and the coach knows what he can contribute on the pitch. Dedić said he is very happy to be playing for him again and that playing Premier League football at St. James’ Park is going to be very special, with every game feeling like a big occasion with an amazing atmosphere. He also said he is very excited to get started. Jaissle said he is very happy to add Amar to the squad and that he is a player he knows very well, having worked with him from a young age in Austria and followed his career since. The manager believes Dedić will bring both defensive and attacking qualities to the squad, which suits the style of football that they want to play. Jaissle described him as athletic, aggressive, and technically very good, and as also having a lot of potential for further development.
Newcastle United have signed Bosnian international full-back Amar Dedić from Benfica for approximately £30m. The 24-year-old has signed a five-year contract at St James’ Park and is the sixth addition to Matthias Jaissle’s squad this summer. Dedić worked with the Newcastle head coach early in his career at both FC Liefering and Red Bull Salzburg. The defender said that it is a special feeling and a very big honour for him to join Newcastle United, adding that he is very happy to be there and is eager to start playing for the club and the fans. He stated that working with Matthias again was a significant factor for him as they know each other well and the coach knows what he can contribute on the pitch. Dedić said he is very happy to be playing for him again and that playing Premier League football at St. James’ Park is going to be very special, with every game feeling like a big occasion with an amazing atmosphere. He also said he is very excited to get started. Jaissle said he is very happy to add Amar to the squad and that he is a player he knows very well, having worked with him from a young age in Austria and followed his career since. The manager believes Dedić will bring both defensive and attacking qualities to the squad, which suits the style of football that they want to play. Jaissle described him as athletic, aggressive, and technically very good, and as also having a lot of potential for further development.
An official statement from Newcastle announced the signing of Bosnian international right-back Amar Dedić from SL Benfica. Dedić joined in a permanent transfer for 35 million euros, with the Portuguese club retaining a resale percentage. He signed a five-year contract and will wear the number 37 jersey. The player was requested by the new coach Matthias Jaissle, who had previously worked with him at Salzburg. Amar Dedić is joining to replace Kieran Trippier and to compete with Tino Livramento on the right flank.
An official statement from Newcastle announced the signing of Bosnian international right-back Amar Dedić from SL Benfica. Dedić joined in a permanent transfer for 35 million euros, with the Portuguese club retaining a resale percentage. He signed a five-year contract and will wear the number 37 jersey. The player was requested by the new coach Matthias Jaissle, who had previously worked with him at Salzburg. Amar Dedić is joining to replace Kieran Trippier and to compete with Tino Livramento on the right flank.
According to A Bola, Benfica SAD has informed that it has reached an agreement with Newcastle for the sale of all rights for the player Amar Dedic for €35.9M. Benfica SAD will also be entitled to receive 17.94% of any capital gain from a future transfer of the player. Newcastle will have the right to retain a 5% solidarity mechanism for later distribution to the clubs that participated in Dedic's formation. Benfica SAD will incur brokerage fees of 10% of the transfer value, which will be deducted from the solidarity amount. Additionally, Red Bull Salzburg will be entitled to receive a 15% capital gain from the transfer. This gain is to be calculated after deducting the acquisition value of the player's rights and the solidarity mechanism withheld in the sale.
According to A Bola, Benfica SAD has informed that it has reached an agreement with Newcastle for the sale of all rights for the player Amar Dedic for €35.9M. Benfica SAD will also be entitled to receive 17.94% of any capital gain from a future transfer of the player. Newcastle will have the right to retain a 5% solidarity mechanism for later distribution to the clubs that participated in Dedic's formation. Benfica SAD will incur brokerage fees of 10% of the transfer value, which will be deducted from the solidarity amount. Additionally, Red Bull Salzburg will be entitled to receive a 15% capital gain from the transfer. This gain is to be calculated after deducting the acquisition value of the player's rights and the solidarity mechanism withheld in the sale.
Ben Jacobs reports that the transfer of Amar Dedic to Newcastle United is confirmed. Newcastle United have confirmed that the full-back has joined from Benfica on a five-year contract for a fee of £29.5m.
Ben Jacobs reports that the transfer of Amar Dedic to Newcastle United is confirmed. Newcastle United have confirmed that the full-back has joined from Benfica on a five-year contract for a fee of £29.5m.
Amar Dedic is traveling to England to sign for Newcastle. Amar Dedic did not make statements to journalists but shared his feelings during his farewell to fans, saying that he loves them before entering the boarding area. Newcastle is paying €35 million as desired by Benfica, which also reserves a percentage of any future transfer profit. Marco Silva stated that there is nothing official regarding Dedic, but the player will be out of the game, which is a change from before. Silva said that the player would have been involved in the game as long as he had no indication from the structure. He explained that at this moment, Dedic will be out of the squad because he was not in the game preparation and is at an advanced stage of negotiation. Silva added that they did not want to lose Dedic, but that regarding the financial issue, the club knows best what to do and that is not his role. He continued that at Benfica, they did not want to lose him, especially since he is a young player and had a great season last year, but it is part of the open market.
Amar Dedic is traveling to England to sign for Newcastle. Amar Dedic did not make statements to journalists but shared his feelings during his farewell to fans, saying that he loves them before entering the boarding area. Newcastle is paying €35 million as desired by Benfica, which also reserves a percentage of any future transfer profit. Marco Silva stated that there is nothing official regarding Dedic, but the player will be out of the game, which is a change from before. Silva said that the player would have been involved in the game as long as he had no indication from the structure. He explained that at this moment, Dedic will be out of the squad because he was not in the game preparation and is at an advanced stage of negotiation. Silva added that they did not want to lose Dedic, but that regarding the financial issue, the club knows best what to do and that is not his role. He continued that at Benfica, they did not want to lose him, especially since he is a young player and had a great season last year, but it is part of the open market.
A formal agreement has been reached between Newcastle and Benfica for the permanent transfer of right-back Amar Dedic. The deal's total value is £29.5 million, equivalent to almost €34 million, according to Sky Sports UK. The customary medical examinations for Amar Dedic are expected to take place on Monday.
A formal agreement has been reached between Newcastle and Benfica for the permanent transfer of right-back Amar Dedic. The deal's total value is £29.5 million, equivalent to almost €34 million, according to Sky Sports UK. The customary medical examinations for Amar Dedic are expected to take place on Monday.
Amar Dedić has become a new player for Newcastle.
Amar Dedić has become a new player for Newcastle.
According to Fabrizio Romano, an agreement has been reached between Benfica and Newcastle for the transfer of Amar Dedić for a fee of 35 million euros and a percentage of any future resale. Amar Dedić is expected in England in the coming hours to undergo his medical examination. The new coach of Newcastle, Matthias Jassle, considered Amar Dedić one of his main targets for the end of the transfer window, and the player is reportedly enthusiastic about playing for the German coach.
According to Fabrizio Romano, an agreement has been reached between Benfica and Newcastle for the transfer of Amar Dedić for a fee of 35 million euros and a percentage of any future resale. Amar Dedić is expected in England in the coming hours to undergo his medical examination. The new coach of Newcastle, Matthias Jassle, considered Amar Dedić one of his main targets for the end of the transfer window, and the player is reportedly enthusiastic about playing for the German coach.
According to A Bola, Newcastle will accelerate negotiations to sign Amar Dedic from Benfica in the coming days. The report states that Newcastle has an agreement with Dedic for a five-year contract, but the clubs have a different valuation. Newcastle has offered €30 million and is open to including performance-related bonuses, but Benfica is asking for a fixed fee of €35 million. Benfica president Rui Costa is said to recognize Newcastle's urgency but is currently unwilling to make concessions. A Bola also notes that Dedic is interested in the move to Newcastle due to the Premier League, a higher salary, and the opportunity to reunite with coach Matthias Jaissle and assistant Florens Koch, with whom he worked at Salzburg. The player was signed by Benfica from Salzburg a year ago for €10 million, has a contract until 2030, and a €50 million release clause. Newcastle's aim is for Dedic to undergo medicals in time to be available for their Premier League opening match against Liverpool on Sunday the 23rd.
According to A Bola, Newcastle will accelerate negotiations to sign Amar Dedic from Benfica in the coming days. The report states that Newcastle has an agreement with Dedic for a five-year contract, but the clubs have a different valuation. Newcastle has offered €30 million and is open to including performance-related bonuses, but Benfica is asking for a fixed fee of €35 million. Benfica president Rui Costa is said to recognize Newcastle's urgency but is currently unwilling to make concessions. A Bola also notes that Dedic is interested in the move to Newcastle due to the Premier League, a higher salary, and the opportunity to reunite with coach Matthias Jaissle and assistant Florens Koch, with whom he worked at Salzburg. The player was signed by Benfica from Salzburg a year ago for €10 million, has a contract until 2030, and a €50 million release clause. Newcastle's aim is for Dedic to undergo medicals in time to be available for their Premier League opening match against Liverpool on Sunday the 23rd.
An overall package worth up to £30million has been agreed in principle between Newcastle and Benfica, with only the finer details left to resolve. Personal terms with Amar Dedic are in place on a five-year contract. Newcastle are hoping to put the player through his medical this weekend as they look to complete the transfer. According to TEAMtalk sources, Newcastle United are pushing to complete the signing of Amar Dedic in time for him to make his debut against Liverpool in next weekend's Premier League opener. Newcastle are increasingly confident of completing the deal and want Dedic available for the trip to Liverpool. TEAMtalk understands that Matthias Jaissle is fully supportive of the transfer and believes Dedic can make an immediate contribution.
An overall package worth up to £30million has been agreed in principle between Newcastle and Benfica, with only the finer details left to resolve. Personal terms with Amar Dedic are in place on a five-year contract. Newcastle are hoping to put the player through his medical this weekend as they look to complete the transfer. According to TEAMtalk sources, Newcastle United are pushing to complete the signing of Amar Dedic in time for him to make his debut against Liverpool in next weekend's Premier League opener. Newcastle are increasingly confident of completing the deal and want Dedic available for the trip to Liverpool. TEAMtalk understands that Matthias Jaissle is fully supportive of the transfer and believes Dedic can make an immediate contribution.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Newcastle are expected to finalize the transfer for Amar Dedić with Benfica soon, as the final round of talks has been scheduled. Romano also reports that an agreement has been reached with the player and Amar Dedić is expected to strengthen the team's defense as a right back.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Newcastle are expected to finalize the transfer for Amar Dedić with Benfica soon, as the final round of talks has been scheduled. Romano also reports that an agreement has been reached with the player and Amar Dedić is expected to strengthen the team's defense as a right back.
Newcastle United representatives were watching transfer target Amar Dedic on Thursday night, as the club are keen to sign the 23-year-old following the departure of Kieran Trippier. An agreement has been reached for the player, although hurdles remain over a potential transfer. According to O Jogo, Magpies officials were very attentive to Dedic's performance. It is claimed that the Portuguese giants want €35m (£30.4m) for the right-back, whereas the Premier League club do not want to pay more than €30m (£25.6m).
Newcastle United representatives were watching transfer target Amar Dedic on Thursday night, as the club are keen to sign the 23-year-old following the departure of Kieran Trippier. An agreement has been reached for the player, although hurdles remain over a potential transfer. According to O Jogo, Magpies officials were very attentive to Dedic's performance. It is claimed that the Portuguese giants want €35m (£30.4m) for the right-back, whereas the Premier League club do not want to pay more than €30m (£25.6m).
According to Florian Plettenberg, Amar Dedic has already agreed on personal terms with Newcastle United and will sign a contract with them until 2031. Newcastle are currently in advanced negotiations with Benfica for the defender and the transfer will require a payment of around €30-35 million.
According to Florian Plettenberg, Amar Dedic has already agreed on personal terms with Newcastle United and will sign a contract with them until 2031. Newcastle are currently in advanced negotiations with Benfica for the defender and the transfer will require a payment of around €30-35 million.
According to The Athletic, Newcastle are working on a deal to sign Benfica full-back Amar Dedic. The same source reports that he has a £42.7m (€50m) release clause in his contract, but that there is an expectation that a deal could be agreed for a significantly lower fee. Fabrizio Romano adds that Amar Dedic wants to move to St James' Park and that Newcastle are close to reaching an agreement with Benfica on a final package worth more than €30m (£25.64m).
According to The Athletic, Newcastle are working on a deal to sign Benfica full-back Amar Dedic. The same source reports that he has a £42.7m (€50m) release clause in his contract, but that there is an expectation that a deal could be agreed for a significantly lower fee. Fabrizio Romano adds that Amar Dedic wants to move to St James' Park and that Newcastle are close to reaching an agreement with Benfica on a final package worth more than €30m (£25.64m).
According to Goal.com, Newcastle United is making urgent efforts to sign Benfica full-back Amar Dedic due to a defensive injury crisis. Newcastle is hopeful that the Bosnia and Herzegovina international can provide an immediate solution for their lack of senior options.
According to Goal.com, Newcastle United is making urgent efforts to sign Benfica full-back Amar Dedic due to a defensive injury crisis. Newcastle is hopeful that the Bosnia and Herzegovina international can provide an immediate solution for their lack of senior options.
According to TeamTalk, Amar Dedic is being pursued by Newcastle. Jaissle's side has opened talks with the defender's club, Benfica, about a potential move. Amar Dedic is believed to be valued by Benfica at around £25.6m.
According to TeamTalk, Amar Dedic is being pursued by Newcastle. Jaissle's side has opened talks with the defender's club, Benfica, about a potential move. Amar Dedic is believed to be valued by Benfica at around £25.6m.
According to transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle has started talks with Benfica for Amar Dedic. Negotiations between the two clubs began on Tuesday. The same source indicates that Dedic is interested in moving to St. James' Park. The English press had previously reported that the right-back was being monitored by Newcastle. Dedic has the approval of Matthias Jaissle, who succeeded Eddie Howe as Newcastle manager less than a week ago. Jaissle previously coached Dedic at Liefering in 2020/21 and at RB Salzburg between 2022 and 2023.
According to transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle has started talks with Benfica for Amar Dedic. Negotiations between the two clubs began on Tuesday. The same source indicates that Dedic is interested in moving to St. James' Park. The English press had previously reported that the right-back was being monitored by Newcastle. Dedic has the approval of Matthias Jaissle, who succeeded Eddie Howe as Newcastle manager less than a week ago. Jaissle previously coached Dedic at Liefering in 2020/21 and at RB Salzburg between 2022 and 2023.
Newcastle is interested in Benfica's right-back Amar Dedić. It is reported that Newcastle is looking to strengthen its defense. A move to the club would reunite Dedić with the current Newcastle manager, Mathias Jaissle, who coached Dedić at Liefering in 2020/21 and at RB Salzburg between 2022 and 2023. Dedić transferred to Benfica from RB Salzburg in the summer of 2025 for a fee of €10 million.
Newcastle is interested in Benfica's right-back Amar Dedić. It is reported that Newcastle is looking to strengthen its defense. A move to the club would reunite Dedić with the current Newcastle manager, Mathias Jaissle, who coached Dedić at Liefering in 2020/21 and at RB Salzburg between 2022 and 2023. Dedić transferred to Benfica from RB Salzburg in the summer of 2025 for a fee of €10 million.
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