Newcastle United

Chelsea, Man Utd & Liverpool annoy Newcastle with transfer business as Eddie Howe reacts to ‘frustrating’ failed pursuits of Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, Bryan Mbeumo & Hugo Ekitike

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has admitted to growing frustration in the transfer market after the Magpies missed out on multiple key targets to Premier League rivals, including Bryan Mbeumo, Liam Delap, Joao Pedro and Hugo Ekitike. While Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool have all been very active, Newcastle's transfer activity remains stifled due to financial restrictions.

'It's difficult for me' – Eddie Howe issues Alexander Isak update and confirms striker sent home from Celtic friendly due to speculation over blockbuster transfer for Newcastle striker

Alexander Isak's future at Newcastle United remains up in the air as he was left out of the squad for their pre-season friendly against Celtic at Parkhead. Manager Eddie Howe confirmed that the Swedish striker was deliberately withdrawn from the matchday squad as speculation around a potential move to Liverpool continues to gather pace.

Alexander Isak to Liverpool is OFF! Newcastle's Saudi owners make intervention to block sale of star striker despite Reds' willingness to lodge record £130m bid

Liverpool’s hopes of signing Alexander Isak have reportedly been dashed after Newcastle’s Saudi ownership stepped in to block any potential sale — even if the striker pushes for a move. The Reds were prepared to table a British-record £130 million ($175m) offer, but the Magpies have made it clear the Swedish star is not for sale at any price this summer.