He’s like prime Wilson: Newcastle chasing “one of the best 9s in the world…
Newcastle United’s forward line is entering a period of transition.
With Alexander Isak’s future still unresolved – and the striker making it abundantly clear that he will not reintegrate into the squad should a transfer not be completed before the deadline – Eddie Howe faces a pressing challenge.
He must find a centre-forward capable of stepping straight into the side and producing from the very first game.
The departure of Callum Wilson to West Ham has only heightened the urgency.
The 33-year-old leaves St James’ Park with 47 goals in 113 appearances – his intelligent movement and clinical edge cementing him as a fan favourite.
Newcastle striker Callum Wilson
Many of his goals came in crucial moments, helping drag Newcastle away from the relegation zone in the early days of the takeover.
But with a Champions League campaign on the horizon and Premier League rivals reinforcing aggressively, Newcastle cannot afford to go into the new season light in the most important position on the pitch.
Newcastle Isak replacements
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The Magpies have been proactive in other areas – they have added Anthony Elanga, Malick Thiaw and Aaron Ramsdale to provide depth. Yet despite these moves, the focus remains firmly on replacing goals at the top of the pitch.
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Yet despite these moves, the focus remains firmly on replacing goals at the top of the pitch.
One forward in particular could reshape Newcastle’s attack and keep their ambitions alive in a World Cup year.
Indeed, according to the Daily Mail, Ollie Watkins’ situation at Aston Villa is attracting significant interest from the Geordies.
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