Newcastle United have agree to sign permanently Aston Villa fullback Matt Targett.

With the club's Premier League safety looking more assured by the week, the Magpies have agreed a deal to sign on loan left-back Targett on a permanent basis.

Chronicle Live reports that Newcastle have an option turn his deal into a permanent move with a fee of around £15million already agreed between Aston Villa and the Magpies.

Targett has impressed since swapping Villa Park for St James' in January, making four appearances as the Toon Army have climbed away from relegation danger.

He is yet to taste defeat in a black and white shirt.