Newcastle are under pressure to sign a new striker this summer. Callum Wilson was released following the expiration of his contract, but Eddie Howe’s side were forced to start the season without a recognised centre forward after Isak began his own protest over his desired move to Liverpool.

Brentford Hold FirmDavid Ornstein of The Athletic has reported that Newcastle United’s latest bid for Yoane Wissa has been rejected by Brentford. The offer,

Former Newcastle captain Alan Shearer has said that wantaway striker Alexander Isak has poured "flames on the fire" of his stand-off with the club by accusing them of breaking promises, and added his comments "don't benefit anyone.

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has revealed Nicolas Jackson will not be part of his squad for Friday night's Premier League clash with West Ham United as he looks for a transfer soultion for the striker.

Arne Slot has revealed that Liverpool full-back Jeremie Frimpong will be out until after the international break with a hamstring injury. Frimpong was forced off in the opening game win over Bournemouth and is now set to be out until next month.

If it's Wissa or Strand Larsen, the decision isn't easy. However, the circumstances of the Isak saga might make it Wissa and Strand Larsen

While it's a far cry from the days when Newcastle sold their best players in the 1980s when the likes of Peter Beardsley, Chris Waddle and Paul Gascoigne were left for Liverpool and Tottenham, it does not mean United are immune from potentially damaging exits.

A man who died three weeks after being punched in the street has been described as a "devoted father" who was "warm and full of life". Simon Beston, 55, was injured on Saint Andrew's Street in the China Town area of Newcastle on 26 July at about 22:30 BST.