Newcastle United transfer rumours as Benjamin Sesko agent flies into Tyneside

A round-up of the latest Newcastle United transfer rumours on Thursday, July 21.

Newcastle United fans were sent into meltdown on Wednesday when the agent of Red Bull Salzburg striker Benjamin Sesko posted an Instagram story while enjoying a meal on the Quayside. Social media was ablaze with supporters suddenly speculating as to whether the agent, Elvis Basanovic, was on Tyneside to offer his client to the Magpies.

Sesko, 19, is destined for a huge career and is already being dubbed the 'Mini-Haaland' for his Salzburg exploits to date. The striker enjoyed an impressive season in Austria last term and is expected to replace Karim Adeyemi as the club's top forward this season.

The player certainly fits the bill when it comes to what Eddie Howe is looking for after 20-year-old Hugo Ekitike snubbed an offer from Newcastle to join PSG earlier this month. The Magpies boss is keen to add firepower to his ranks this summer and recently admitted he has changed his stance on bringing in young talent from further afield this window.

Former Arsenal striker Kevin Campbell has told Newcastle United to splash the cash on Real Sociedad striker Alexander Isak. The Swedish international has been linked with a £60million move to St. James' Park as the Magpies look to bolster their options up front.

When asked if Isak would be worth the big transfer fee, Campbell told Football Insider: "I think he is. He is a really good player. He is a really good all-round player.

“I’d say like to say Newcastle don’t have to go out and buy a striker this summer but Callum Wilson really struggled with injury last season. He really struggled.

“When he came back he proved that he is a handful for any defence. He showed what he can do. The best ability is