Ruben Semedo has joined Villarreal instead of Newcastle for 14m euros, the player speaking about the transfer as he left Lisbon Airport.

In an interview on Tuesday, Catio Balde, agent to Newcastle target Ruben Semedo, has confirmed where the player will be playing next season.

Sporting Lisbon central defender Ruben Semedo has been the subject of a £10m bid by Newcastle according to Sky Sports.

Newcastle reportedly approached Sporting for Ruben Semedo two weeks ago, now it is claimed they have named their price.