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Newcastle United have reached an agreement to sign England U16 defender Isaac Moran after he left Liverpool, according to renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano. This deal marks a significant signing for Newcastle as they bolster their youth ranks with a promising young player formerly associated with Liverpool’s academy system. The acquisition is seen as part of Newcastle's broader strategy to strengthen the club's future talent pool.

The transfer follows a period of increasing activity and tension at Newcastle, particularly surrounding their star striker Alexander Isak. Despite Liverpool’s strong interest and a substantial £110 million offer, Newcastle's owners have firmly refused to sell Isak this summer, wanting to retain him and demonstrate their commitment to the club. Isak has been sidelined from the first team due to his desire to move, which has caused unrest within the squad. Newcastle coach Eddie Howe has acknowledged that Isak is unlikely to feature in the opening Premier League game, emphasizing ongoing discussions but no imminent resolution.

Meanwhile, Liverpool are focusing on other targets such as Crystal Palace's Marc Guéhi, who is expected to move clubs given he is in the final year of his contract. Newcastle previously attempted to sign Guéhi but have decided not to prioritize central defense this summer. The attention to youth signings like Moran highlights Newcastle’s dual approach of investing in both current squad stability and future potential.

This signing illustrates Newcastle United’s commitment to long-term growth through academy talent acquisition alongside managing high-profile player negotiations, reflecting a growing ambition fueled by their owners’ backing.

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