Newcastle United have secured the signing of 19-year-old forward Afner Ca from Spanish club Levante, agreeing to a five-year contract aimed at bolstering the club’s youth development pipeline. The Guinea-Bissau-born attacker will join the club’s reserve squad as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the academy system.

Standing at 6 feet 4 inches, Ca is regarded as a promising prospect who is expected to make an impact when the Under-21 season begins. His versatility allows him to play both as a central striker and as a right winger. Before his transfer to Levante, Ca developed his skills at Amora’s Under-19 side, where he impressed by scoring 14 goals in 27 appearances—a performance that garnered attention from the Spanish club.

Having left Levante this summer, Ca’s move to Newcastle is one of several youth acquisitions by the club during the current transfer window. The long-term contract indicates the club’s intention to provide the forward with time and resources to progress through the ranks and adapt to the English game.

Ross Wilson, Newcastle’s sporting director, emphasized the club’s commitment to enhancing its recruitment capabilities. He noted that expanding the scouting and recruitment network has been a priority during his tenure and will continue to be a focus moving forward, reflecting the club’s ambition to source and develop high-quality talent globally.

This signing underscores Newcastle’s strategy to invest in young players who can contribute to the club’s future, complementing their broader approach to squad development and competitive performance.