Newcastle United are upping the ante in search of a new striker and could now be set to further their pursuit of one of Europe's prolific forwards, according to a report.
Newcastle United searching for a new striker or two
Eddie Howe has endured a transfer window that has yielded some frustration along the way when it comes to pursuing key targets, though the former Bournemouth boss will be certain he can end the market period on a high.
Alexander Isak's potential move to Liverpool has yielded plenty of discussion over who his potential replacement could be, if a transfer were to come to fruition, alongside finding Callum Wilson's successor.
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Delivering a strong statement on the Sweden international, Howe has reminded Isak of his responsibilities in public fashion, even if he has since excluded the star from pre-season training.
He stated: "The player has a responsibility here to be part of a team and part of a squad, and you have to act in the right way. No player can expect to act poorly and train with the group as normal."
Nicolas Jackson is one potential solution that Newcastle could utilise if he were to be offloaded by Chelsea. though it remains to be seen where he stands on the priority list.
Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins is also on the Geordies' radar, as is Brentford's Yoane Wissa, offering plenty of alternatives with Premier League experience that could step into the fold by the close of play.
Now, Newcastle could be set to add another option to that list who has caught attention across Europe this year due to his excellent goal return, according to David Ornstein.
Newcastle have Samu Aghehowa high on priority list
Taking to social media platform X, Ornstein confirmed Newcastle United are considering a move for Porto striker Samu Aghehowa as they probe the market to land a new number nine.
He stated: "Newcastle United considering move to sign Samu Aghehowa from FC Porto. 21yo FCPorto striker high among small number of options to bolster attack. No formal approach or guarantee it happens but Spain int’l liked by NUFC."
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Possessing the same strike rate as Isak last term, purely factoring in goals, Aghehowa has been labelled a "monster" by scout Jacek Kulig and is now appreciated in the corridors of power on Tyneside, even if no official approach has been made.
The Spain international outperformed his 14.07 Expected Goals total significantly last season, netting 19 times in the Portuguese top-flight, illustrating his ability to convert difficult chances.
With Isak looking set for the exit, Newcastle need someone who can replicate his impact, and Aghehowa may be a safe bet due to his recent exploits in a division that has a rich history of translating over to the Premier League.