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Alexander Isak remains desperate to leave Newcastle(Image: Serena Taylor/Newcastle United via Getty Images)

Newcastle could face a transfer backlash after the Alexander Isak saga.

The Toon Army are desperate to bring in replacements with Paris Saint-Germain’s Goncalo Ramos on their wanted list for a new No9.

That would enable Newcastle to cash in on want-away striker Isak with Liverpool pushing to land the Sweden international.

But there are fears among top agents that if Newcastle are digging in and playing hardball over Isak then it sets a worrying precedent for future targets.

That could put down a bad marker for future targets because if they see Newcastle blocking potential progress then it would be a red flag for some big-name strikers.

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Newcastle have already missed out on Benjamin Sesko, Joao Pedro and Hugo Ekitike, who have gone to Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool respectively.

Ramos, 24, is not a regular starter at PSG under Luis Enrique and Newcastle tried - and failed - to get him earlier in the window, but were warned off.

Portugal striker Ramos appeared to commit his future to PSG last week but Newcastle are still on the hunt - and yet big names are likely to want assurances.

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Newcastle are in the Champions League, have struggled to attract big names this summer and the Isak factor could be playing a part.

While no-one expects Newcastle to roll over and sell their best players, they are playing hardball over Isak after Liverpool had a £120m offer turned down.

Alexander Isak's situation could have long-lasting implications at Newcastle(Image: PA)

Isak has claimed he had an agreement to allow him to leave this summer - but the club are holding firm.

Liverpool are only likely to come back if Newcastle find replacements and are willing to up their price.

But Isak was left out of Newcastle’s opening fixture at Aston Villa on Saturday and manager Eddie Howe is facing a striker crisis.

Newcastle are also in the mix for Brentford winger Yoane Wissa to boost their attacking options.
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