The report adds that personal terms have been agreed with the defender as well. The Magpies will now look to finalise the move swiftly. 

Jetro Willems will be an upgrade on Dummett and Krafth should prove to be a better defender than Yedlin.

Mike Ashley has backed Steve Bruce this summer and if they can finish the window strongly with a couple of intelligent additions, the fans can be really excited about the new season.