Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe remains hopeful of netting a new forward in time for the Premier League opener against Nottingham Forest.
With 24 days to go, Newcastle have kept their cool in the transfer window when it comes to adding more goal threat to their frontline after being quoted huge fees for Moussa Diaby, Hugo Ekitike and now Real Sociedad's Alexander Isak. At £50million the Sweden international's valuation is considered too high with Real president Jokin Aperribay almost certainly bolting a premium on the former Borussia Dortmund man.
United have scouted Isak for some time and he remains a legitimate target but the La Liga side could have to be more realistic with their demands. Newcastle still have other targets in mind as back-up and could well utilise the loan market but Howe is refusing to panic.
