Alfie Harrison, a young player from Manchester City, has transferred to Newcastle United on the last day of the transfer window.
The 18-year-old midfielder successfully underwent a medical examination last week, and the agreement has now been officially confirmed by City. MEN Sport has learned that Eddie Howe’s team has paid a small amount for Harrison in advance.
Nevertheless, the agreement has the potential to generate additional £3.5 million for the Blues through supplementary payments. If the North East club chooses to sell Harrison in the future, Pep Guardiola’s team has the potential to make a substantial profit from this trade.
City have included a 40% sell-on provision in the agreement, indicating that they will get a significant portion of money if the midfielder fulfills his promise. Harrison was establishing a reputation for himself this season in City’s U18s.
“The club’s size and its positive attributes are of great significance to me,” Harrison stated. “The fanbase is extensive and enthusiastic, and I am determined to make significant progress in my career at this point.”
“As a child, observing myself signing for Newcastle United, it is the epitome of dream fulfillment.” I eagerly anticipate the future and the opportunities for personal growth that lie ahead in the upcoming years.
“I possess the ability to contribute both goals and assists, making me a highly effective player.” I possess a strong inclination towards creative endeavors. Additionally, I exhibit a fervent drive for competition and consistently strive for victory.
Harrison had an impressive record of scoring eight goals and providing four assists in only eight matches in the U18 Premier League. His impressive performance led to him being selected as a substitute for the UEFA Youth League matches against Young Boys and RB Leipzig last year.
In 2022, Academy director Ben Wilkinson expressed his support for Harrison, believing that he had the potential to do great things. Regarding the midfielder, he stated that the player had to exhibit patience and await his opportunity this season. He believes that the player was ultimately rewarded for adhering to the collective instructions we have discussed, particularly in terms of positioning oneself in the box during crossing situations.
“The expectation is not for him to score exceptional goals from a distance of 30 yards. Rather, it is for him to be in the correct positions when the balls are delivered, and he successfully accomplished that. He executed one-touch finishes within the penalty area, and I am genuinely satisfied with his performance.” He has seized the opportunity to demonstrate his exceptional qualities, showcasing a multitude of impressive attributes that we are aware he possesses. We are fortunate to have an abundance of talented players in those specific positions.
“We are aware of his capabilities. He is a midfielder who possesses the ability to score goals.”
