Newcastle United have completed the signing of Swiss whizkid Yannick Toure.

Toure has admitted that Newcastle beat off stiff competition to secure his signature.

The 17-year-old has joined the Magpies from BSC Young Boys in Switzerland, penning an initial three-year contract.

He told nufc.co.uk: "I'm very happy to sign for Newcastle.

"I've heard a lot about them. I know it's a famous club in England and I'm very, very happy to be here.

"There was a lot of interest in me, but I chose to come here because it's a great and traditional club in England.

"I'm an offensive player and I like to score goals for the team. My position is a striker but I can play on the left and right.

"I want to work hard, to learn and ultimately to play for the first team."