Newcastle’s Wissa Pursuit Hits Brentford Brick WallNewcastle United’s move for Yoane Wissa remains firmly in limbo, with Brentford refusing to sanction the sale unless a suitable replacement is

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The i Paper can reveal that Newcastle value the DR Congo international at £30m but a deal – while not yet dead – is proving far from straightforward. It is understood that Wissa is viewed as a replacement for Callum Wilson and is not seen as Alexander Isak’s possible successor.

Newcastle United have reportedly pivoted to Southampton goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale after James Trafford became the club’s latest unsuccessful transfer target. Magpies manager Eddie Howe previously worked with Ramsdale during their time together at Bournemouth.

Newcastle have made an offer for an initial loan with an option to buy. Talks are ongoing between clubs but there is no agreement as yet.

Newcastle have opened talks to sign England and Southampton goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale but discussions remain at an early stage.

Follow the latest updates as Premier League sides Arsenal and Newcastle United meet in a pre-season friendly in Singapore.

Arsenal beat Newcastle 3-2 in Singapore on Sunday. Anthony Elanga put Newcastle ahead, then Arsenal equalized through Mikel Merino and an own goal from Jacob Murphy made it 2-1. Murphy scored a beauty at the other end to make it 2-2 in the second half but Martin Odegaard’s penalty kick won it for Arsenal late on.