Newcastle had wanted to partner Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike in attack, but have ended their interest in the Frenchman who now looks set to join Liverpool

Liverpool are closing in fast on Hugo Ekitike and have agreed personal terms with the Frankfurt striker over a deal, Viktor Gyokeres' move to Arsenal have suffered another setback and Manchester Unite

Newcastle could turn to the Liverpool star after losing out to the Reds in the race for Hugo Ekitike, with his switch to Anfield all but done, while another exciting forward is on the Magpies' list

Newcastle United have turned their attention to Brentford striker Yoane Wissa after ending their pursuit of Hugo Ekitike, with a deal for the DR Congo international now firmly in their sights. While talks with Brentford are yet to begin,

Liverpool are making a real push in this transfer window as they look to hold onto their Premier League title and are on the verge of making a seventh signing after closing in on Frankfurt's Hugo Ekit

Liverpool are expected to rival Newcastle United for 23-year-old Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike, after being told 25-year-old striker Alexander Isak is not for sale in this window. (Sky Sports) The Magpies feel the leaking of Liverpool's £120m interest is designed to unsettle Sweden international Isak.