Following Alexander Isak’s bombshell that he wants to leave St James’ Park this summer, Newcastle United have now reportedly turned their attention towards a 6-foot-4 star who could replace the Swede, alongside Benjamin Sesko.
Newcastle preparing Benjamin Sesko move
Whilst they are still adamant that Isak is not for sale this summer, the Magpies are still on the look-out for heirs.
Alongside Yoane Wissa, who remains a target no matter where Isak is playing his football next season, those at St James’ Park have also set their sights on Sesko.
This was also the case with Hugo Ekitiké before Liverpool came swooping in. However, similarly to the Frenchman, Sesko will not come cheap this summer. Reports are suggesting that RB Leipzig are demanding as much as £60m to sell their talented forward ahead of next season.
Money would be no obstacle if Isak does leave this summer, but they’ll still want to ensure that they spend in the right way at such a key time for PIF’s project.
Eddie Howe, meanwhile, will be desperate to simply keep hold of Isak, recently telling reporters:
“We do share a good relationship. He has been magnificent for us since he joined.
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“He’s very popular in the dressing room. We would love him to continue his journey at Newcastle. Although, whatever happens has to be right for Newcastle.”
Given the forward has not travelled with Newcastle for their pre-season tour of Asia and has made it clear that he wants to leave, the Isak saga is only just getting started. The Magpies must prepare for the worst, and that could see them turn towards a Premier League rival in search of a potential successor.
Newcastle seriously interested in Strand Larsen
As reported by the Express and Star’s Liam Keen, Newcastle are now seriously interested in signing Jorgen Strand Larsen this summer. The 6’4 striker enjoyed an impressive debut season in the Premier League, and whilst he remains happy at Wolverhampton Wanderers, Eddie Howe’s side are seemingly lurking.
As things stand, Wolves’ stance is that Strand Larsen is not for sale and his happiness at the club should help fend off any interest. But it should come as no surprise that a club in Newcastle’s position are keen.
Outperforming his expected total by four goals, Strand Larsen also outdid Sesko in terms of league goals scored and was more clinical than the Leipzig star overall, according to FBref.
Minutes
2,587
2,380
Goals
14
13
Assists
4
5
Expected Goals
10.3
10
Factor in that the Wolves man is now Premier League-proven, and he becomes an interesting option for Newcastle.
That said, Wolves boss Vitor Pereira will be keen to keep hold of his towering forward, having been full of praise for him last season – describing him as “fantastic” back in March.