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Newcastle Transfers: Striker Search Intensifies as Isak Interest Grows

Isak Unsettled Amid Liverpool Pressure

Newcastle United are preparing for a turbulent few weeks in the transfer window, with Liverpool circling around prized asset Alexander Isak. The Premier League champions have tabled an opening offer for the Swedish international, but Newcastle were swift and resolute in their response. The bid was rejected outright, with the club reportedly valuing Isak at £150 million.

That price tag, however, may not even prove decisive. Newcastle are unwilling to entertain any exit unless they secure a viable replacement. The striker has become pivotal under Eddie Howe and remains central to their ambitions both domestically and in Europe.

Sesko Talks Ongoing Despite Setback

Newcastle’s top target to replace Isak is RB Leipzig forward Benjamin Sesko. Aged just 22, the Slovenian has drawn admiring glances from St James’ Park for months. However, Leipzig rejected the Magpies’ opening bid and talks remain delicate. To complicate matters, Manchester United are believed to be preparing their own approach for the striker, threatening Newcastle’s pursuit.

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Aghehowa Considered as Contingency

With the Sesko deal far from guaranteed, Newcastle have identified an alternative. Spanish journalist Eduardo Burgos reports that Porto forward Samu Aghehowa is now under serious consideration. “Newcastle United is interested in the situation of Samu Aghehowa,” Burgos confirmed.

The former Atletico Madrid striker is valued at €80 million, mirroring Newcastle’s proposal for Sesko. However, Porto are reluctant to sell and may hold firm for another year. “They have been monitoring his progress since the beginning of the year,” Burgos added. “He is one of the options being considered for the forward position, although they have not yet made an offer. Porto wants to keep him for another year: they are asking for €80M.”

Pressure Mounts in Final Weeks

As Liverpool’s intent hardens, and with Manchester United eyeing the same targets, Newcastle’s transfer strategy is under increasing strain. Whether it is Sesko, Aghehowa or another name altogether, the Magpies may need to act fast to avoid being left behind in this fiercely contested market.