Newcastle plan to sign second striker quickly with Larsen deal off

The final days of the summer transfer window are always a whirlwind of rumors, negotiations, and dramatic twists, and for Newcastle United, this year is proving to be no exception.

Just as fans were settling in to watch the Champions League draw, news began to break of a potential club-record signing that could completely reshape the club’s attacking options for the season ahead.

According to multiple reliable sources, the Magpies are on the verge of completing a stunning £65 million deal for Stuttgart’s towering German striker, Nick Woltemade.

This move represents a significant shift in strategy for Newcastle. After a long and often frustrating pursuit of Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Jørgen Strand Larsen, the club has decided to change direction and invest in a different profile of forward.

At 6 feet 6 inches tall, Woltemade offers a physical presence and aerial ability that Eddie Howe’s side has sometimes lacked.

The 23-year-old enjoyed a breakout season in the Bundesliga last year, scoring 12 goals and catching the eye of scouts across Europe with his intelligent movement and composed finishing.

What makes this potential signing even more intriguing is that it may not be the end of Newcastle’s business.

Reports suggest that the club still hopes to bring in a second striker before the deadline, with Brentford’s Yoane Wissa remaining a primary target.

The idea would be to pair Woltemade’s physicality with Wissa’s pace and mobility, creating what could become a classic “big man, little man” partnership that would give Premier League defenses plenty to think about.

However, this ambitious plan depends on several moving parts falling into place. Brentford have so far shown little interest in selling Wissa, and their manager has publicly suggested that the club expects to keep hold of their key players.

If Newcastle cannot persuade the Bees to change their stance, the entire strategy might need to be rethought.

The potential arrival of Woltemade also has major implications for the future of Alexander Isak. For weeks, the Swedish international has made it clear that he wants to join Liverpool, and the signing of a new striker would finally allow Newcastle to consider those offers.

A fresh bid from Liverpool is believed to be imminent, possibly exceeding the Premier League record fee they paid for Florian Wirtz earlier this summer. However, it remains to be seen whether it will meet Newcastle’s firm £150 million valuation.

This creates a fascinating standoff. If Liverpool meet the asking price, Isak will likely get his wish and the funds would give Newcastle incredible flexibility in the market.

If they don’t, the club faces the unusual situation of having a unhappy and expensive player on the bench—a scenario nobody wants.

For now, all attention is on finalizing the deal for Woltemade. If completed quickly, there is even a chance he could be registered in time to feature against Leeds United this weekend, providing a major boost to a team looking for its first Premier League win of the season.

One thing is certain: the final days of the window will be anything but quiet for Newcastle United.