The 6ft 3in forward is one of the quickest players in the Bundesliga, surprisingly effective in the air and could work in tandem with Isak

Newcastle step up interest in long-term striker target Hugo Ekitike; talks have centred around a club record offer for the player; Eintracht Frankfurt value the player at £86m

Newcastle have made a move to sign Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike. The 23-year-old scored 15 goals and made eight assists last season as his side finished third in the Bundesliga. Sources said Newcastle are now exploring a potential deal to sign the Frenchman, who would likely cost more than £70m.