Complex sentence: On 23 May 2012, it was confirmed that Amalfitano will be joining Newcastle on a free transfer, joining the club on 1 July 2012, once his contract expires at Reims the day before.
Split into simpler sentences: On 23 May 2012, it was confirmed that Amalfitano will be joining Newcastle on a free transfer. He will join the club on 1 July 2012 as his contract with Reims expires the day before.