Newcastle United ‘agree terms’ with £60m striker to replace Alexander Isak
Newcastle United have reportedly agreed personal terms with the man who will replace Alexander Isak upfront.
The Magpies have endured a frustrating summer, missing out on several transfer targets including James Trafford, Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha, Benjamin Sesko, and Hugo Ekitike.
Despite signing Anthony Elanga, Malick Thiaw, and Jacob Ramsey, Newcastle still risk losing their star forward, with Isak pushing for a move to Liverpool.
The Sweden international has downed tools and is refusing to play for the club, with manager Eddie Howe responding by making the 25-year-old train alone.
Liverpool are expected to test Newcastle’s resolve with a bid closer to Isak’s £150m valuation, but the Tyneside club are reluctant to sanction a sale until they secure two strikers.
Yoane Wissa from Brentford is one target, and Wolves forward Jorgen Strand Larsen has emerged as another.
According to the Express and Star, Larsen has already agreed personal terms with Newcastle. The 25-year-old Norwegian striker scored 14 goals and picked up four assists for Wolves last season, and while he is not forcing an exit, the club would demand at least £60m to consider selling him.
Wolves only made Larsen’s move permanent this summer after initially signing him on loan, and with their own lack of depth in attack, are desperate to keep hold of him.
While the two clubs are not yet in direct talks, a bid in the region of £60m could open negotiations.
Morgan Rogers breaks silence after Tottenham transfer ‘contact’ as clear message sent
Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers has been linked with a transfer to Tottenham.
Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers has been linked with a move to Tottenham Hotspur following their failed bid for Eberechi Eze, who is set to join Arsenal for a whopping £68million.
- The Independent reported on Thursday that Spurs had made enquiries about Rogers, who is expected to fetch a higher price than Eze. Despite Villa’s reluctance to part ways with the 23-year-old, a substantial offer could potentially change their minds due to concerns over profit and sustainability rules
Rogers, who was crowned PFA young player of the year this week, expressed his contentment at Villa in an interview with The Times. “Nobody could have written what happened to me in the last 12 months,” he said.
“I’m happy here. I love football. I love nothing more than just coming out on the pitch and playing football and that’s what I’m doing. I don’t think about anything else.
“I can’t predict the next 12 months or anything in the future. It’s just about playing football, enjoying my football and showing everyone what I can do.”
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