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Seydou Doumbia to Newcastle: Latest Loan Transfer Details, Reaction and More

Newcastle United added to their scoring options on transfer deadline day, as Ivory Coast international Seydou Doumbia completed a loan move to St James' Park.

Doumbia's move was confirmed by the Magpies:

CONFIRMED: Newcastle United sign striker Seydou Doumbia on loan. More at https://t.co/iDkcawZlBb. #SeydouSigns #NUFC pic.twitter.com/egpXiOagvm

— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) February 1, 2016

Per Anthony Marshall of the club's official website, Doumbia expressed his delight at the opportunity to play for the Magpies:

I'm delighted to be a Newcastle United player.