EXCLUSIVE: Newcastle set to sign Christian Boothe in latest Academy swoop

While Ross Wilson pursues deals for Matthias Jaissle's first team, Newcastle United's Academy continue to recruit ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.

The club's youth system was neglected under the previous regime, but has taken significant strides forward in recent years, particularly across Under-14, Under-16 and Under-18 age groups.

NUFC Blog were first to break news of Kyle Healy-Matthews' switch from West Ham back in June, and we can reveal that another English talent looks set to arrive.

Toon close in on Leicester talent 

Newcastle United look set to sign Leicester City youngster Christian Boothe, NUFC Blog can exclusively reveal.

The 16-year-old midfielder has impressed in Leicester's youth ranks and looks set to be the latest domestic talent snapped up by the club.

Boothe will link up with Newcastle's Under-18 side, who shone in the Premier League last season, finishing third in the 2025/26 table behind winners Man City and runners-up Man Utd. 

The youngster played 18 times in Leicester's Under-18 side last season before featuring twice for their Under-21s at the age of just 15, highlighting his rate of development.

Boothe, who is on Adidas' roster, is described as a tall and technical central midfielder with quick feet and big potential.