Overview

• Stuttgart confirmed receiving an offer for Nick Woltemade and released him from training to hold talks over a move.
• Multiple outlets report Woltemade travelled to the UK for a Friday medical with Newcastle, with the fee variously reported around £60–70m.
• With a replacement nearing completion, reports say Newcastle have signalled willingness to negotiate on Alexander Isak as Liverpool are expected to table an improved bid of about £130m.
• Isak remains away from first-team training and has refused to play after issuing a statement accusing Newcastle of breaking promises.
• Newcastle are pursuing an additional forward such as Yoane Wissa or Jorgen Strand Larsen while managing injuries and a suspension, and Liverpool head coach Arne Slot says the club could still act for the right player before the deadline.