Newcastle sign highly-rated winger who almost broke Jude Bellingham record

VERCELLI, ITALY - AUGUST 23: Alessandro Olivieri (R) of Italy is challenged by Trevan Sanusi (L) of England during the International Friendly Match between Italy U16 v England U16 at Stadio Silvio Piola on August 23, 2022 in Vercelli, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Newcastle United have beaten a host of Premier League clubs to the signing of Birmingham City youngster Trevan Sanusi.

The teenage winger, aged just 16 years old, came within touching distance of beating Jude Bellingham’s record of being the Blues; youngest-ever senior player.

However, despite being part of the club’s travelling squad to play Blackpool last season, after failing to get on the pitch, the talented teenager narrowly missed out.

And now set to join Newcastle United’s highly-rated youth academy, Sanusi has chosen St. James’ Park as his next destination after the Magpies beat the likes of Liverpool, Spurs and both Manchester clubs to the teenager’s signature.