Newcastle United have completed the signing of highly-rated Czech goalkeeper Lukáš Horníček from Portuguese side Braga in a deal worth £25.7 million, with the Magpies activating the 24-year-old’s release clause. The move marks another significant step in Newcastle’s summer rebuild under new head coach Matthias Jaissle. (Coming Home Newcastle)
Horníček arrives on Tyneside after an outstanding season with Braga, where he established himself as one of the most promising young goalkeepers in Europe. Standing at 6ft 6in, the Czech international impressed with his shot-stopping, commanding presence and ability with the ball at his feet.
The goalkeeper has already completed his medical in Spain and is expected to join up with his new teammates immediately during Newcastle’s pre-season training camp in La Manga. (The Sun)
His arrival is likely to increase competition for the number one shirt, with Nick Pope’s future now expected to come under fresh scrutiny as Newcastle continue to reshape their squad ahead of the new Premier League campaign.
Horníček becomes Newcastle’s latest summer addition following the arrivals of exciting young talents including Ewen Jaouen, Aladji Bamba, Sean Steur and Bazoumana Touré. The Magpies’ recruitment strategy continues to focus on signing elite young players capable of developing into top-class performers.
For Newcastle supporters, the signing represents another statement of intent. Horníček has been widely regarded as one of Europe’s brightest goalkeeping prospects, and the club clearly believe he has all the attributes to become their long-term first-choice goalkeeper.
With the deal now sealed, attention quickly turns back to Newcastle’s pre-season preparations and the ongoing uncertainty surrounding captain Bruno Guimarães, but the arrival of Horníček provides another major boost ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. (The Sun)
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