Newcastle lacked a cutting edge without star striker Alexander Isak and drew at Aston Villa 0-0 in the Premier League opening round on Saturday. Tottenham looked far sharper in attack, dispatching newly promoted Burnley 3-0 with Brazil forward Richarlison scoring twice.

Newcastle opened their 2025/26 Premier League account with a 0-0 draw away from home at Aston Villa on Saturday. It was a creditable result - but the Magpies really ought to have got more out of the

Liverpool have been chasing the signing of Alexander Isak this summer but have had a £110million offer knocked back.

Michael Owen once called out Alan Shearer for being 'inches' away from leaving Newcastle United amid the ongoing transfer saga involving Alexander Isak.

The Premier League champions are said to have made a second bid for the Sweden international striker, who is keen on leaving the Magpies this summer

For now, Newcastle sit in a delicate holding pattern. If Ramos can be prised away from Paris, Isak’s path to Anfield could finally open. If not, Howe may be left with a disgruntled forward, a restless fanbase, and an incomplete squad heading into a crucial campaign.

Portuguese is being valued by the 'magpies' and they consider it a great option in case the Swede ends up leaving

How ready are Eddie Howe's side for the campaign ahead? They have endured a difficult pre-season but so much depends on what happens next

Newcastle has bolstered its midfield options ahead of a return to the Champions League by signing midfielder Jacob Ramsey from Aston Villa for a reported $53 million.