Newcastle United are facing a pivotal week in the transfer window as they look to bolster their ranks in time for the trip to Aston Villa next week. It is believed that Howe hopes to have Malick Thiaw and Yoane Wissa on board soon after getting encouragement that both players want to join the Magpies.

It is clear that Isak wants out, as it has been for some time now, but Newcastle are holding firm on their viewpoint that they have to replace Isak before letting him go. A task,

Newcastle United have identified another potential replacement for Alexander Isak. The Magpies, who look reluctant to allow Isak to join Liverpool this summer, may soon have to accept their fate, as the Sweden international continues to try and push through a move to Merseyside.