Newcastle wait on six deals as 7pm deadline passes – Latest on ins and outs
The summer transfer window is like a high-speed race against the clock, and as the 7 pm deadline approaches, clubs across England and Europe are in a frantic dash to finalize their deals.
For Newcastle United, it has been a day of dramatic twists, last-minute changes, and significant moves that will shape the squad for the season ahead.
While some deals have crossed the finish line, others have unexpectedly fallen apart in the final moments.
Let’s start with the news that will disappoint some fans: the proposed move for young striker Will Osula is officially off.
Earlier today, reports suggested that a £30 million transfer to German side Eintracht Frankfurt was on the verge of completion.
Other sources even indicated that a loan move with an obligation to buy was being discussed. However, in a sudden turn of events, negotiations have broken down, and the deal will not be happening.
Osula is now expected to remain at St. James’ Park, at least until the January window.
On a much brighter note, one of the club’s top targets has successfully made his way to Tyneside.
Yoane Wissa has passed his medical with flying colors and is due to arrive at the stadium this evening to complete the final media obligations and officially put pen to paper.
A deal sheet was submitted in time, securing his transfer in a deal worth over £50 million. The Brentford forward has agreed to a four-year contract, finally concluding a transfer saga that has stretched through much of the summer.
Of course, the biggest story of the day—and indeed the entire window is the departure of Alexander Isak. His move to Liverpool has been fully agreed, with the fee settled in the region of £125-130 million, making it a new British transfer record.
The Swedish striker has already completed his medical, and there are no remaining issues to resolve. His exit marks the end of an era, but also provides the club with enormous financial power to reinvest in the future.
In other movements involving the club’s promising young talents, left-back Trevan Sanusi has officially joined Ligue 1 side Lorient on a season-long loan.
Meanwhile, reports from the Netherlands indicate that FC Groningen are set to secure teenage midfielder Travis Hernes on a temporary deal that also includes an option to buy.
Another player who could still be on the move before the window fully closes is Harrison Ashby. The right-back is available, and there is loan interest from Championship side Stoke City.
However, it remains unclear whether that move will materialize in these final moments.
All in all, it has been a transformative day for Newcastle United—a blend of disappointment, excitement, and major change.
The arrival of Wissa softens the blow of Isak’s exit, and while the Osula deal collapse is a setback, the overall business conducted suggests a club planning thoughtfully for both the immediate and long-term future.