The sale of Jacob Ramsey to Newcastle is a deal Aston Villa and Unai Emery would have preferred not to have done in an ideal world. However, this is not that world but one in which teams must abide by profit and sustainability rules - and finances are tight at Villa Park.

Newcastle are poised to secure a significant transfer, with Aston Villa winger Jacob Ramsey set for a medical after a £40m fee was agreed, the PA news agency understands. The 24-year-old is due to travel to the North East imminently.

Newcastle United have reached an agreement with Aston Villa to sign midfielder Jacob Ramsey in a deal worth up to £44 million. According to The Athletic, the agreement includes an upfront payment of £39 million plus £5 million in performance-based add-ons.