Newcastle set to launch improved $81M striker bid amid Alexander Isak transfer saga
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Newcastle is set to return with a fresh approach for Wolves’ Jorgen Strand Larsen as they look to secure a long-awaited attacking reinforcement this summer.
Newcastle sources indicate that a deal for Strand Larsen now looks far more achievable than an agreement over Yoane Wissa, The Northern Echo reports. Brentford has remained firm on its asking price for the 28-year-old, who has reportedly refused to train in an effort to force a move to St James’ Park.
Strand Larsen, however, has continued to train professionally and featured for Wolves in their recent defeat at Bournemouth.
Wolves’ stance on the striker may depend on their own transfer plans, with ongoing talks with Getafe over a potential $23 million deal for Nigerian forward Christantus Uche — a breakthrough there could trigger a domino effect for Strand Larsen.
Newcastle’s pursuit of Strand Larsen is not connected to Alexander Isak’s situation.
Jorgen Strand Larsen of Wolverhampton Wanderers
During his post-match press conference, Eddie Howe stressed his focus on players “committed” to Newcastle, just hours after Isak met with the club chairman and director Jamie Reuben, according to Chronicle Live