The Ghana worldwide has instead been loaned out over the past three years, spending time at Vitesse, Everton, Bournemouth and Malaga.
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Chelsea winger Christian Atsu is on the brink of sealing a move to Newcastle United, making him the Magpies’ 12th signing of the summer.
Christian Atsu has failed to make a single appearance in three years for Chelsea and could be set for another loan move.
ESPN FC’s Alison Bender and Steve Nicol evaluate the latest transfer rumours, including a potential move to Real for Moussa Sissoko.
In September 2013, English Premier League club Chelsea signed Atsu in a deal reportedly worth £3.5 million with the player signing a five year contract at Stamford Bridge.
Naturally a winger, Atsu can also operate as a striker or a central attacking midfielder and this versatility will be a useful asset for Rafa Benitez to deploy in the Championship.
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A deal has been agreed between the two clubs and an announcement is imminent with only the finer details of the loan yet to be finalised.
