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Latest Newcastle United transfer news and gossip with an update on the futures of Brentford forward Yoane Wissa and Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson
Alexander Isak is not with Newcastle in Singapore but his future is dominating their pre-season tour
Eddie Howe fielded eight questions on the striker during Saturday's 15-minute press conference. The situation is beyond a distraction now
Liverpool have already approached Newcastle over signing Isak for around £120million, but were quickly told that the player is not for sale. Isak's push to leave is expected to soften Newcastle's stance, and Howe has confirmed that the situation continues to evolve.
The Gunners are on to their second game of their Far Eastern venture, having beaten Milan 1–0 at the Singapore National Stadium in the week. Newcastle, meanwhile, were thumped 4–0 at Celtic Park last weekend after starting their summer with a 4–0 victory over the lowly Carlisle United.
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However, it was Arsenal's 15-year-old academy products, midfielder Max Downman and centre-back Marli Salmon, who also impressed with their cameos and were the main subject of Arteta's post-match press conference, with the mood surrounding the club fairly postive.
Newcastle United has struggled to land its top targets this summer and could now lose Alexander Isak to a Premier League rival.
GOAL has got you covered with all the completed Newcastle United transfers in the ongoing 2025-26 season, below. Newcastle United are aiming to bolster their ranks ahead of a Champions League return, following a productive summer under Eddie Howe's guidance.
Max Clark has signed a one-year contract to remain with Newcastle Falcons for the forthcoming season. Clark initially joined Newcastle on a three-month deal last December, which was subsequently extended until the end of the campaign. The 29-year-old former Bath and Dragons player scored two tries in his 11 appearances for the Falcons.
Telegraph Sport also understands that the Saudis, not Eddie Howe, will make final call on Alexander Isak’s future