Newcastle United sign goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga for £25.7m
Newcastle United has signed 24-year-old goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga for £25.7 million. The Czech international signed a five-year contract after the club activated his release clause.
Why it matters
This transfer represents a significant investment for Newcastle United as they look to solidify their squad with an established goalkeeper for the upcoming season.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Lukas Hornicek has made one senior appearance for the Czech Republic
Newcastle United reporter Published 3 August 2026, 09:00 BST Newcastle United have signed goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga for £25.7m.
Although Newcastle had already brought in 20-year-old Ewen Jaouen from Reims this summer, the club had also been in the market for a more established number one.
Hornicek, 24, flew out to Newcastle 's training camp in Spain at the weekend to finalise his move and sign a five-year contract after the club activated his release clause.
"The last few days have been an emotional rollercoaster from when I first heard about the move and now I'm so happy to be here," the Czech Republic international said.
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