Saint-Etienne sign Henri Saivet and Jordan Veretout

Saint-Etienne have announced the double signing of Henri Saivet and Jordan Veretout.

Both players return to France on season-long loan deals after short, underwhelming spells in the Premier League.

Senegal international Saivet joined Newcastle from Bordeaux in January, but made just four appearances as the Magpies suffered relegation to the Championship.

The 25-year-old is relieved his spell on Tyneside has come to an end and is relishing the opportunity to play again in France.

"I am happy and relieved to be back in this country," he told Saint-Etienne's official website.

"I want to find a good feeling and win with Les Verts. I wil do everything on the field to show my motivation and desire."