Newcastle sign Premier League talent with two new additions secured by Academy
Newcastle United have sealed the signing of Aaron Epia; the teenage defender who's left Everton to become our latest Academy addition.
The 16-year-old centre-back confirmed the move on social media, saying "happy to officially sign for Newcastle United" after completing a switch to Tyneside today.
Epia impressed during a brief trial at the club last season and will join our Under-18 ranks ahead of the 2024/25 season, with his arrival following the signature of CJ Afumuzor; the Portsmouth talent who we revealed the signing of in a NUFCBlog exclusive earlier last month.
It promises to be a busy summer of additions at every level of Newcastle's Academy after a number of Under-18 and Under-21 departures, so it's good to see the club adding another young talent in Epia on a busy day of first-team additions.
Confirming his exit from Everton on Instagram, he said: “I want to thank all the staff and players at Everton that have helped support my development over the last seven years. I’ve had a great journey.
“It has been a tough decision to decide but I feel like the time has come for me to find a new challenge. I want to wish the club all the best for the future.”
