Alexander Isak Injury: Out for opener

Isak (transfer) is expected to miss the season opener against Aston Villa, per manager Eddie Howe."I want Alex to be playing today. I want him training tomorrow. We would love the player to be with us, let me make that absolutely clear. There is no part of me that does not want that outcome. But I don't see the current situation changing before Aston Villa"

Isak is lobbying for a move away from Newcastle and it appears unlikely that he will be playing, at least before the transfer window closes. Newcastle are still looking to recruit a replacement for Isak before sanctioning a sale for their star striker. Will Osula is currently the senior striker on the Newcastle roster.