# Newcastle sign Braga goalkeeper Hornicek for £25.7m

Newcastle United have completed the signing of goalkeeper Matheus Hornicek from Portuguese club Braga for £25.7 million. The Brazilian shot-stopper moves to the Premier League side to strengthen their goalkeeping options. The deal adds competition for the starting spot and secures a promising talent for the future.

**Importance:** 3/5

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### Sports
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c3ekzyz1qj8o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:00:39 GMT
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c98v6nz6v2eo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:20:37 GMT
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/ce8l6nn7xkyo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:35:01 GMT
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c1719r079rjo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 11:00:08 GMT