Agent of Black Stars winger confirms Newcastle deal

Chelsea winger Christian Atsu has joined Newcastle United on loan until the end of the season, the player's agent hinted on Tuesday.

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The winger signed for Chelsea in a £3.5m deal from Porto in 2013 but is yet to make a first-team appearance for the Blues.

Atsu's agent Saif Rubie wrote on Twitter: "Long day, long night at the toon. Official announcement to follow. #nufc #newcastle #geordieland #DeadlineDay."

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Atsu has been loaned out in each of his three seasons since signing a five-year contract at Stamford Bridge.

He joined Chelsea's affiliate Vitesse Arnhem in 2013-14, Everton in 2014-15 and both Bournemouth and Malaga last season.

Atsu has 42 caps for Ghana, where he began his career with Feyenoord Fetteh before joining Porto's academy in 2009.