But the Voltmed will have a big role to move forward, given the uncertainty around its future – which is firm to join the liverpool.
“I am really happy to be in this amazing club,” he said. “From the first contact, I thought the club really wanted me and had big plans for me.
“This is a big step in my life to leave Germany, but everyone has welcomed me so well and it feels like a family already.
“I know by watching the game on the stadium television – it looks stunning and I know the atmosphere is crazy. I am really excited to play and start scoring here.”
Eddie Hove, head coach of Newcastle United said: “We are happy to take Nick’s signature to the line so soon. He really fit the profile that we are looking to add to our attacking options.
“He is strong in many areas – he has great technical ability and has proved himself a real danger in one of the top leagues of Europe – but he is still at an age where he has a lot of space to grow and grow here.”