Newcastle United have announced that a deal is in place to sign Chancel Mbmemba from Anderlecht, subject to a work permit. The Magpies have tied up personal terms with the defender, who has undergone a medical, but are awaiting clearance from the Football Association.
A statement on the club’s official website reads: “Following an agreement between Newcastle United and Anderlecht for the transfer of Chancel Mbemba, the player has been in Newcastle and has agreed personal terms with the club and undergone his medical.
“The documentation in relation to the club’s application for a Governing Body Endorsement, required in order for Mbemba to obtain a visa, was submitted to the FA on Wednesday morning (July 22nd). “Unfortunately, the FA are unable to consider the club’s application until Thursday of next week (July 30th).
“The FA advised the club they were not able to convene a Panel any sooner. “The club will provide an update for supporters at the earliest opportunity following the conclusion of the Panel hearing.” Mbemba, 20, joined Anderlecht in 2012 and has 17 caps for the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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