Newcastle United have signed Aleksandar Mitrovic from Anderlecht on a five-year deal subject to a work permit.
The 20-year-old scored 23 goals in 44 appearances for Anderlecht last season and completed the formalities of his medical on Monday with just the granting of a work permit needed to rubber-stamp the deal.
He impressed in the Champions League group stages, scoring against Borussia Dortmund and in a 3-3 draw with Arsenal at the Emirates stadium in November.
The Serbia international has set his sights high, and is aiming to emulate one of the all-time greats in the black and white jersey
He said: "There will be pressure here, for sure, but I like pressure. 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 follows PSV Eindhoven midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum to St James' Park and new head coach Steve McClaren is delighted with the signings
He said: "I think this is a fantastic signing for us. We've fought off a lot of competition to secure a top young talent in Europe
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