Aleksandar Mitrovic: Newcastle United sign Anderlecht striker

 Newcastle have signed Anderlecht striker Aleksandar Mitrovic for £13m - subject to a work permit.

The Serbia international, 20, has signed a five-year deal with Steve McClaren's side.

He becomes United's second summer signing following the £14.5m arrival of PSV midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum
 
"This is a club with a very big history and the fans are a big part of that. There will be pressure here, for sure, but I like pressure," said Mitrovic.

"I also know about the famous players who have played for Newcastle United, like Alan Shearer, who is a hero of mine. I hope I can play like him for this club. It will be an honour."

Mitrovic scored 36 league goals in his two years in Belgium, including 20 last season to be the league's top scorer.

He cost the Belgian club £4.3m when they signed him from Partizan Belgrade two years ago.
Mitrovic, who was also a reported target for Chelsea, scored an injury time equalizer against Arsenal in the Champions League last season.

"We have fought off a lot of competition to secure a top young talent in Europe," said McClaren.
"Aleksandar is someone who can develop with the team and someone who will help us to get to where we want to go."

Shaw Post would like to offer Aleksandar Mitrovic the best of Newcastle United this season. We hope that his signing helps make Newcastle more competitive next season by reaching their goal of a top eight finish and a long cup run in one of the domestic cup competitions.