Newcastle are prepared to go all out to ensure Alexander Isak remains at St James’ Park ahead of the 2025/26 season. The Times now claims that the Magpies are ready to hand their top goalscorer a bumper new contract that would see him become one of the highest earners at the club.

Despite reports that Liverpool are not actively pursuing a new central striker, Hardy noted that the club “have the funds to test Newcastle’s resolve,” even after spending £200 million this summer, including a British-record deal for Florian Wirtz.

Once the Bryan Mbeumo deal is finalized, Manchester United are likely to focus on adding a ruthless striker to the team following the disappointment of last season. Alexander Isak of Newcastle would