Newcastle United will sign 17-year-old Georgian star Vakhtang Salia from Dinamo Tbilisi, despite interest from top European clubs. The forward will join in January but stay with Dinamo for the season, moving to Newcastle next summer. UEFA Scout Mikha Gabechava highlights Salia's pressing and ball-striking skills.

Vakhtang Salia, a promising 17-year-old Georgian football talent, is poised to join Newcastle in the upcoming summer. It has been reported that an agreement is nearing completion with Dinamo Tbilisi, where Salia will stay until the season concludes. Upon arrival in England, the forward is expected to sign a long-term contract with the Magpies. Despite not having made his debut for the national team yet, he is considered a key player for the U17s and has already participated in matches with the Georgian youth team.