Newcastle complete £29.5m signing of Amar Dedic as new Toon boss Matthias Jaissle reunites with former star: WINDOW WATCH

It’s that time of the year again – the transfer window is now open until September 1 and it’s sure to be a busy period as clubs look to make big signings ahead of the new season.

Here are today’s latest developments from Simon Jones and the Daily Mail Sport team…

Newcastle complete Dedic deal 

Newcastle United have signed Bosnia and Herzegovina international Amar Dedic from Benfica for £29.5million on a five-year deal.

The 24-year-old full-back becomes the sixth senior addition of the summer and will wear the No 37 shirt at St James’ Park.

Dedic, who can operate on either flank, previously worked with Newcastle head coach Matthias Jaissle at Red Bull Salzburg and Liefering.

He made 95 appearances for Salzburg before spells with Marseille and Benfica, where he featured against Newcastle in last season’s Champions League.

Dedic has won 31 caps for Bosnia and Herzegovina and played at this summer’s World Cup.

‘Working with Matthias again was a big factor for me. We know each other well. He knows what I can bring on the pitch and I’m really happy to be playing for him again,’ he said.

‘Playing Premier League football at St James’ Park is going to be really special. Every game feels like a big occasion, with an amazing atmosphere. I’m really excited to get started.’

Owls target Anfield youngster

Liverpool winger Kieran Morrison is a prime target for Sheffield Wednesday on loan.

The 19-year-old Northern Ireland international has impressed during Liverpool’s pre-season and has attracted varied interest from the likes of Wolfsburg and Bristol City.

However, League On Wednesday are emerging as strong favourites for his signature with Liverpool keen to see him get regular game time in a competitive division.

Morrison can play centrally in attacking midfield as well as wide. He joined Liverpool from Manchester United’s academy and was called up to the Northern Irish senior squad for the first time, ahead of their World Cup qualifying play-off against Italy in March. He made his senior debut in June, playing the first half of a 1–0 friendly win over Guinea.

Liverpool are continuing negotiations for Paris St Germain winger Bradley Barcola but, as it stands, Liverpool are unlikely to pursue interest in his teammate Ibrahim Mbaye despite exploratory talks.

Fulham monitor Brazilian defender Natan

Fulham have asked about Real Betis centre back Natan.

The Brazilian joined Betis from Napoli last summer for £7.5m and has attracted interest from other Premier League sides in recent weeks.

The 25-year-old is one of a number of options being considered by the Cottagers.

And elsewhere…

Aston Villa have agreed to loan right-back Kosta Nedeljkovic to Rangers with an obligation to buy for £3.5m.

Celtic also hold an interest in the Serbian international but he is expected for a medical at Ibrox later today.

Meanwhile, Brighton are keen on Millwall forward Femi Azeez, as Rangers continue to push for Amario Cozier-Dubbery, after their £7.5m bid was rejected on Monday.

MONDAY: Liverpool unlikely to pursue PSG’s Ibrahim Mbaye

SUNDAY: Juventus reopen talks for Spurs keeper Vicario

SATURDAY: Aston Villa in talks with Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki

FRIDAY: Djed Spence completes £30million move to Inter Milan

THURSDAY: Chelsea waiting for Fernandez bid

WEDNESDAY: Man United target Carlos Baleba on Newcastle’s radar 

TUESDAY: Roy Keane’s son-in-law linked with move to Portugal