Newcastle United confirmed the signing of the Palermo defender Achraf Lazaar Sunday.
Lazaar has joined Newcastle from Palermo
Newcastle United have confirmed the signing of former Palermo defender Achraf Lazaar on their official club website , and their fans have reacted with delight on Twitter.
Lazaar arrives on Tyneside for an undisclosed fee, although it is believed by Chronicle Live to be somewhere in the region of £2.9 million.
The 24 year-old Moroccan international, who has represented his country on 16 occasions, predominantly plays as a left back, but can also double up as left winger.
Lazaar is a Moroccan international
His arrival is a welcome relief for Newcastle manager Rafa Benitez, who has found his squad stretched particularly on the left hand side, with Paul Dummett his only current option at left full-back. Rolando Aarons’ recent injury has also left the Magpies short in attacking wide positions.
And Newcastle fans are delighted that Benitez has been able to address the position, taking to Twitter to express their joy:
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez
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