Newcastle have entered discussions with a French forward as they look for a potential replacement for Alexander Isak. Isak wants to join Liverpool, with Newcastle eager to bring in another forward.

Newcastle are considering a move for a lesser-known striker who has shone in England before after Benjamin Sesko opted to join Manchester United.

Liverpool could have more clarity on their pursuit of Newcastle United striker Alexander in the coming days after they missed out on Benjamin Sesko, Reds transfer expert David Lynch has claimed.