Yoane Wissa (Brentford)
August 2025
Newcastle United have verbally agreed a £55m deal to sign Yoane Wissa from Brentford as they prepare for Alexander Isak’s record-breaking transfer to Liverpool. Wissa accused Brentford of blocking earlier bids but now sees his exit unlocked by Liverpool’s move for Isak. The DR Congo striker will join Nick Woltemade as part of Newcastle’s rebuilt attack, replacing their departing Swedish talisman.
Chelsea, Newcastle United, Liverpool
August 2025
UEFA confirmed 2025-26 Champions League fixtures with Chelsea visiting Bayern Munich, Newcastle hosting Barcelona, and Liverpool facing Atletico Madrid. Arsenal and Real Madrid await marquee matches later in the group stage, setting up high-stakes clashes early in the competition. Chelsea will host Barcelona in November after their Bayern opener, Newcastle brace for Barcelona’s firepower at St James’ Park, while Liverpool’s path includes Atletico and Real Madrid. The draw ensures heavyweight matchups, testing Premier League sides’ depth and ambition from the outset.
Nick Woltemade (Newcastle United)
August 2025
Newcastle United confirmed the signing of Stuttgart striker Nick Woltemade for a club-record £69m ($93m). The 6ft 6in German forward joins on a long-term deal, describing his move to St James’ Park as a “big step” in his career. Woltemade, who scored 17 goals last season, expressed excitement about Eddie Howe’s vision and the club’s passionate fanbase. Newcastle hope the towering striker can fill the gap left by Isak’s standoff and Wilson’s exit, boosting their attacking firepower for the campaign ahead.
Nick Woltemade (Stuttgart)
August 2025
Newcastle have agreed a £74m club-record deal to sign Stuttgart striker Nick Woltemade, accelerating Alexander Isak’s push for a Liverpool switch. The German forward netted 17 goals last season and will replace Isak, who remains exiled amid his transfer standoff. Woltemade’s move, confirmed after he bid farewell to Stuttgart teammates, follows Newcastle’s need for attacking reinforcements. With Isak refusing to play while forcing a Liverpool move, the Magpies’ major investment signals they are now prepared to sanction his departure before the window closes.
Alexander Isak (Newcastle United), Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace)
August 2025
Liverpool are preparing a £150m transfer package to land Newcastle striker Alexander Isak and Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi. The Reds are determined to strengthen before the window closes despite Newcastle’s reluctance to sell their Swedish forward. Newcastle want £150m for Isak but may soften if they can secure Wolves striker Jorgen Strand Larsen, having already had a £55m bid rejected. Liverpool remain confident of adding Guehi, bolstering both attack and defence in one of the window’s biggest deals.
Alexander Isak (Newcastle United, Sweden)
August 2025
Alexander Isak has been drafted into Sweden’s squad despite refusing to play for Newcastle as he pushes for a Liverpool transfer. The striker has trained alone and hasn’t featured for Newcastle in pre-season or the Premier League. Sweden boss Jon Dahl Tomasson defended his call-up, calling Isak “a game changer” despite limited match fitness. Isak is unlikely to last 90 minutes but is expected to contribute in qualifiers, even as his Newcastle exile continues.
Alexander Isak (Newcastle United)
August 2025
Liverpool are preparing a bid exceeding £130m for Alexander Isak, potentially rising to £140m with add-ons. Newcastle remain firm on their £150m valuation, but Isak has expressed his desire to join Liverpool before the transfer deadline. Newcastle have already rejected a £50m bid for Jorgen Strand Larsen while monitoring Yoane Wissa. Isak’s continued push for a move to Anfield has raised tensions, with the Magpies unwilling to compromise on their stance despite Liverpool’s persistence.
Artem Dovbyk (Roma)
August 2025
Newcastle are exploring a move for Roma striker Artem Dovbyk as their pursuit of Jorgen Strand Larsen and Yoane Wissa falters. The 28-year-old Ukraine international has been used sparingly at Roma and could be allowed to leave before the window shuts.
How: Dovbyk arrived last year after winning La Liga’s Golden Boot with Girona. With Isak in exile seeking a Liverpool move and Wilson gone for game time, intermediaries are pushing a deal, while Brighton loanee Evan Ferguson’s form has reduced Roma’s reliance on Dovbyk.
Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United)
August 2025
Anthony Gordon was sent off after a dangerous lunge on Virgil van Dijk left stud marks on the defender’s calf. Initially given a yellow card, VAR upgraded it to a red, leaving Newcastle down to ten men against Liverpool. The reckless foul drew widespread criticism online, with fans calling the challenge dangerous and “madness.” Gordon will miss three games as punishment, further denting Newcastle’s attacking depth after he was one of their brighter performers in the opening half.
Georginio Wijnaldum (ex-Liverpool/Newcastle)
August 2025
Georginio Wijnaldum has refused to be drawn into the heated Alexander Isak saga as the striker pushes for a Liverpool move. Isak’s stand-off has become the transfer window’s biggest talking point after Newcastle rejected a £110m bid. Wijnaldum, reminded of his 2016 switch from Newcastle to Liverpool, reiterated he never forced his exit and expressed displeasure at comparisons. Isak’s saga rumbles on, with accusations of “broken promises” and Newcastle resisting Anfield’s advances.
