Two of last season's top-five finishers in the Premier League meet Sunday at Singapore National Stadium in Kallang, as Arsenal and Newcastle United clash well away from the United Kingdom.

There’s reason for hope, though. “Newcastle are targeting RB Leipzig forward Benjamin Sesko, who has been linked with several European clubs this summer,” suggests the club has its eyes on top-tier talent. Sesko is dynamic, raw, and full of upside. If paired with a player like Larsen, the duo could even rival Isak’s individual impact.

The Newcastle United academy graduate has only played at Elland Road in front of fans once. It was the night in January 2022 when he replaced an injured Joelinton before half-time, the night Jonjo Shelvey sealed a smash-and-grab away win for Eddie Howe’s visitors with a 75th-minute free kick.

All the latest transfer news as Liverpool confirm the signing of striker Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt for an initial £69m.

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe says that the door is not closed for Alexander Isak to get back to doing what he does best in a black and white shirt. However, he has indicated that Newcastle remain "ambitious" and that transfer activity is very much ongoing in the background.

Over the past few years, Newcastle United have steadily built up their reputation in the Premier League. From being a mid-table side, they are now competing regularly for a spot in the top four.

Newcastle Falcons hooker Ollie Fletcher has signed a new two-year deal at Kingston Park. Fletcher, 22, scored three tries in 24 Gallagher Premiership matches for the Falcons last season, increasing his career total to three in 36.