0:40 Speaking in June, Eddie Howe explains Fraser’s decision to leave Bournemouth
“So I’m really looking forward to it and I just cant wait to show everyone what I can do, help the team and help us get back to where we belong.”
Magpies’ boss Steve Bruce added: “I’m delighted to bring Ryan to Newcastle United. We have held off big competition to get his signature and that says a lot about what this club has to offer.
0:37 Speaking just hours before the signing of Fraser, fellow Newcastle newcomer Callum Wilson told Sky Sports News his former Bournemouth team-mate would be a ‘great addition’
“His ability and his contributions on the pitch speak for themselves and I’m looking forward to seeing him getting to work in a Newcastle shirt.
“He has wonderful chemistry on the pitch with Callum Wilson, which excites me, and I hope it excites our supporters ahead of the new season.”
1:22 Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough says Jamal Lewis’ potential transfer to Newcastle is an exciting opportunity for the full-back
Fraser joined Bournemouth for £400,000 in January 2013 when they were a League One side, and during his time at the club the team were promoted twice as the Cherries reached the top flight for the first time in their history in 2015.
He went on to make 229 appearances during his six-and-a-half year stay at the Vitality Stadium – scoring 30 goals for the club in that time – and previously attracted interest from Arsenal.
Bournemouth also remain interested in a deal for former player Matt Ritchie, who signed a new Newcastle deal in March, although the midfielder’s wages may be an issue.
1:16 Sky Sports News reporter Keith Downie says Fraser took the weekend to consider his move to Newcastle and waited to see if Wilson signed, before committing to a five-year deal
‘Fraser waited to see if Wilson signed’
Sky Sports News reporter Keith Downie:
“A really big day for Newcastle with the capture of both Wilson and Fraser.
“Fraser flew up on Mike Ashley’s private jet on Friday and met Steve Bruce and a few of the player.
“He took the weekend off to think about things. I’m told he was waiting to find out whether Callum Wilson would sign first before fully committing.
“It hasn’t cost Newcastle any money but certainly a key signing and one of the main ones that Steve Bruce wanted to add in this window.”
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