Guthrie completes Newcastle switch

Newcastle have completed the signing of Danny Guthrie from Liverpool for an undisclosed fee.

The 21-year-old midfielder, who spent last season on loan at Bolton, has penned a four-year deal at St James' Park.

"I'm really happy to be joining Newcastle United," Guthrie told the Magpies' official website, www.nufc.co.uk.

"I'm ready to get involved straight away and I cannot wait to meet the boys and get started."

Guthrie, who only made a handful of appearances for Liverpool after coming through the ranks, is Newcastle boss Kevin Keegan's second summer signing following the capture of Jonas Gutierrez.

Keegan said: "I'm absolutely delighted that we've got Danny.

"He proved himself in the Premier League last season so we know he can play at that level.

"He's at the right age and is a good signing for us."