Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe is desperate to secure a new striker before the club's Premier League opener against Aston Villa at Villa Park.
West Ham United have bolstered their attacking options with the signing of veteran striker Callum Wilson, who arrives at the London Stadium on a free transfer following his departure from Newcastle.
RB Leipzig have confirmed that multiple clubs have made formal approaches for Benjamin Sesko, amid reports that Newcastle United have submitted a 70 million pound bid for the highly sought-after striker.
Newcastle have bolstered their goalkeeping options with the signing of experienced goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale on a season-long loan deal.
Newcastle defender Sven Botman has been ruled out of Wednesday's pre-season friendly against Team K-League in Suwon due to a groin injury sustained against Arsenal on Sunday.
Callum Wilson has made it clear he has no intention of warming the bench at Newcastle United - and is now closing in on a move to West Ham United.