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Matty Hewitt

Newcastle United told Alexander Isak deal could create Allan Saint-Maximin dilemma

Former Liverpool defender Phil Babb believes the imminent arrival of Alexander Isak could spell danger for Allan Saint-Maximin. The Swedish striker is on the verge of a £59million move to Newcastle United, which is set to be confirmed in the next 48 hours.

The Magpies have been linked with the Real Sociedad striker all summer, but it was a deal that had fallen quiet in recent weeks. The recent injury to Callum Wilson has seemingly forced Newcastle's hand.

Babb told Sky Sports news: "It has to be, it's such a shame for Callum Wilson. We all know the talent he's got. If he can stay fit he'll score oodles of goals, but the one thing you have to think about is, he's an explosive dynamic striker and he relies on pace and sharp movement.

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