According to the BBC, Jonjo Shelvey is reportedly on the verge of signing for Newcastle for twelve million pounds. The England international has not featured as much as he’d have like to for the Welsh side in recent weeks, with the likes of Jack Cork, Ki Sung-yueng and even Leon Britton making more regular appearances at the heart of Swansea’s midfield.

There is no doubting the former Liverpool player’s ability, his skill of transitioning the ball from defense to attack being a particular strong point. However, it looks like this will represent a good deal for both sides. It seemed that Shelvey’s playing days at Swansea City were numbered, and the Welsh side have received an acceptable amount for a player of his quality. Indeed, the money could be used to reinforce Swansea’s attacking options, as goals are a premium, and perhaps the main issue which is making them plummet down the Barclays Premier League.

Not since Yohan Cabaye, arguably, have Newcastle United had such a good central midfielder, who will add steel, passion and perhaps even some goals which will be vital for one of the biggest sides in England, who have an awful lot of history.

If both sides stay up this season, then this deal will have played a large part of that.