The highly-rated midfielder has signed a five-and-a-half year contract with the Magpies.
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“I am very happy to be here at Newcastle,” Saivet told the club’s official website.
“I am really proud to be able to play for this club, and I am really excited at the challenge that lies ahead.
“St. James’ Park is a really impressive and special stadium. In France there is nothing that compares to this, and I can’t wait to get out there with my new teammates and help the team climb the table.”