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Newcastle United have completed the signing of Ki Sung-yueng on a free transfer.

Chroniclelive broke the news that South Korea’s World Cup skipper was having a medical on Tyneside this afternoon and the deal takes Newcastle’s tally of transfers to two for the summer so far.

The 29-year-old has signed a two-year deal with the Magpies and will compete for a place in Rafa Benitez’s midfield alongside Jonjo Shelvey and Mo Diame.

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After signing Ki, speaking in a Toon Press release, said: Ki said: “I’m so pleased I can join the club.

“I was always pleasantly surprised when I came to St. James’ Park to play against Newcastle – there is a great atmosphere and the passion from the fans is a great support to the players.

“Everyone knows how big this club is so I’m really looking forward to playing with my teammates and for the fans.”

Rafa Benitez was pleased with the addition and said: “I’m pleased to welcome Ki to the club.

“He is a player with lots of Premier League and international experience and it was an easy decision to bring him here.

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“He is the captain of his country, a good character and he will be a good addition to the squad.”

Ki has signed a two-year contract and joins after leaving Swansea City in May.

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A United statement read: “United have completed the signing of Korea Republic captain Ki Sung-yueng.

“The midfielder will join the club on July 1st after his contract expires at Swansea City, subject to receiving the appropriate visa.

“The 29-year-old has signed an initial two-year deal and he becomes the Magpies’ second signing of the summer following the permanent arrival of Martin Dubravka.”