Newcastle United have announced the signings of two top-rated youngsters to the club's academy.
The Magpies have brought in Irish youngsters Cathal Heffernan and Reece Byrne.
Heffernan has left AC Milan, while Byrne is coming in from Bohemians in the Irish Premier League.
"It's surreal to join such a big club like Newcastle," Heffernan told the club's website.
"It's definitely a club that is on the rise and with a lot of history. During the last week, I've been so excited to get started and I'm now looking forward to a big season ahead.
"The first thing I noticed when I arrived on trial was the lads were really welcoming and I just want to carry that on into the season, getting to know them more. The people of Newcastle are also really nice, too.
"I have become a much better defender during my time at AC Milan and I learnt so many things to improve my game during my two seasons in Italy which should stand me in good stead for the future.
"The goal, when playing academy football, is to try and break into a first-team as quick as you can and, hopefully, I can do that at Newcastle United."