Newcastle United signs Czech goalkeeper Hornicek from Braga

Newcastle United signed Czech goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga on a five-year deal, the club said on Monday. The 24-year-old joined for a reported €30.6 million fee. "It's a brilliant opportunity in a new league, which I'm very excited about," Hornicek said. He previously helped Braga reach the Europa League semifinal.