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| Loris Karius poses for photographs after signing for Newcastle United at the Newcastle Training Centre on September 08, 2022 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. |
Newcastle United have signed goalkeeper Loris Karius
on a short-term contract.
Karius, a free agent following his departure from
Liverpool in the summer, has agreed a deal until January with an option to
extend his stay until the end of the season.
The German’s arrival follows an ankle injury
sustained by Karl Darlow in training.
While Darlow is not expected to be out long term,
Newcastle have moved quickly to secure experienced cover and to add competition
to the squad.
Newcastle United head coach, Eddie Howe, said: “We are pleased to add Loris to our goalkeeping group.
“He is a very good goalkeeper with Premier League and European experience and he will provide competition and support over an important part of the season.”
Karius said: “I’m excited. It’s a good opportunity for me and a great project to be part of. It didn’t take me long to make a decision.
“Newcastle have a great coach and play really attractive football. I felt it was the right project for me and I’m excited to work with the coaches and my new teammates.”
