Newcastle have completed their first signing ahead of the 2026/27 season after goalkeeper Ewen Jaouen joined the Premier League club from French second-division side Reims.
"Ewen is a great addition and I am delighted to welcome him to Newcastle United," Magpies manager Eddie Howe said on Wednesday.
"He is an exciting young goalkeeper who has shown real promise during his time in France. He has a calmness and presence that belies his age, and he's someone we feel can grow and improve within our environment."
France Under-21 international Jaouen made 34 Ligue 2 appearances last season after joining Reims from Guingamp during the summer of 2023.
Bienvenue à Newcastle United, Ewen 😍 pic.twitter.com/kDchjfpyQx
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) June 10, 2026
Reims president Jean-Pierre Caillot told AFP the transfer fee could go up to 28.5 million euros ($33 million).
"I'm really excited to become a Newcastle United player," said Jaouen.
"As a goalkeeper, I enjoy one-on-one situations and playing as a modern 'keeper, building from the back and being comfortable with the ball at my feet. Now I want to develop alongside the amazing players and staff here, enjoy my football, and prove my value on the pitch."
Get to know our new signing a bit more 😁 pic.twitter.com/z7vwudpmar
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) June 10, 2026
Jaouen has arrived at St James' Park with Newcastle looking to refresh their goalkeeping stocks.
England international Nick Pope retained his No 1 spot for most of last season, but deputy Aaron Ramsdale has returned to parent club Southampton following his loan spell.
John Ruddy and Max Thompson, meanwhile, will leave Newcastle when their contracts expire at the end of the month.