NEWCASTLE’S club-record bid for Hugo Ekitike could be writing in the stars for Alexander Isak’s future.
Fans reckon the arrival of Eintracht Frankfurt striker Ekitike might potentially deliver right into ‘s open hands.
But have made it absolutely clear: the club have NO plans to sell their prolific starman Isak – not even for a British-record-obliterating £150million.
Instead, ‘s side are planning for Ekitike to compete alongside the Swedish talisman at St James’ Park, following ‘s exit.
But naturally the rumour mill is in overdrive given how much are prepared to cough up for Ekitike.
Talks centre on what would be a club-record deal for the 23-year-old striker, with Newcastle offering a
Although want to keep Isak, Ekitike’s arrival would put the club in a better position to sell Isak next summer.
Howe’s side would be more open to cashing in on Isak, 25, if he doesn’t renew his contract, which is up in 2028, over the next year.
And Ekitike could be ready-made replacement for him, with and queuing up for Isak.
Liverpool have previously revealed their , who scored 23 Premier League goals last season.
And Isak will surely see ‘s Premier League winning mega team as his best chance to can compete for the biggest prizes in worldfootball.
Isak is the Toon’s current club-record signing after he joined in a £63million deal from Real Sociedad in August 2022.
Yet there are admirers who believe that Ekitike has a higher ceiling and could end up becoming one of the best strikers in the world.
He scored 22 goals in 48 games across all competitions last season for Frankfurt as he helped them qualify for the Champions League.
The Frenchman is tall, at almost 6ft 3in, yet has excellent feet and speed, like Isak.
His debut season in Germany, after his loan move from Paris Saint-Germain was made permanent, was impressive – 15 goals and eight assists in 33 appearances.
Ekitike andformed a formidable partnership for Eintracht until Marmoush left for Manchester City in January.
Newcastle almost signed Ekitike months before they spent an initial £60m on Isak in 2022.
Ekitike, then at Reims, turned down a deadline day move toin the winter window, instead choosing PSG after a season on loan the French capital.
And after spending £3million on Ekitike from PSG in February 2024, Eintracht Frankfurt, now value him at £86million.
Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United have all registered their interest in Ekitike too.
Newcastle have spent £55million on one major summer signing so far following the arrival of
