Newcastle are under pressure to sign a new striker this summer. Callum Wilson was released following the expiration of his contract, but Eddie Howe’s side were forced to start the season without a recognised centre forward after Isak began his own protest over his desired move to Liverpool.

Newcastle's improved bid worth £35m with add-ons has been rejected by Brentford; the Magpies saw a £25m bid rejected earlier this summer; Wissa is seen as a new back-up striker option with the future of star forward Alexander Isak still uncertain ...

Newcastle have made an improved offer of £35million plus add-ons for Brentford striker Yoane Wissa. The clubs are in direct communication and hopeful of progress, with Wissa at the Bees' training ground awaiting updates. Brentford had rejected Newcastle's ...

The 25-year-old scored 14 goals in 35 Premier League appearances last season after joining on loan from Celta Vigo. Wolves converted that to a permanent move for €30million in the summer but Strand Larsen is already being targeted by other clubs. All 14 goals from Jorgen Strand Larsen's record-breaking debut season 🇳🇴 pic.twitter.com/e4fwGkzQ7M

Wilson left the club as a free agent and Isak has gone on strike in a bid to force through a move to Liverpool. As a result, Anthony Gordon was tasked with leading the line in the 0-0 draw at Aston Villa.