Opinion: Wolves have just told Newcastle exactly what they want to hear about Jorgen Strand Larsen

The final days of the transfer window often feel like a high-stakes chess match, and one of the most intriguing battles is unfolding between Newcastle United and Wolverhampton Wanderers over striker Jørgen Strand Larsen.

The Norwegian forward has quickly become one of the most talked-about names in the Premier League, not just for his performances on the pitch, but for the growing belief that he could be the perfect solution to Newcastle’s pressing need for a reliable number nine.

Newcastle’s interest is serious and well-documented. The club has already seen two bids rejected—first for £50 million, and then for £55 million—but they remain determined to secure his signature.

The urgency stems from the ongoing uncertainty surrounding Alexander Isak, who remains frozen out of the squad as he pushes for a move to Liverpool.

With the Swede unlikely to be reintegrated anytime soon, and with Anthony Gordon now facing a suspension, manager Eddie Howe is under pressure to add firepower up front before the window closes.

Wolves, for their part, are under no financial pressure to sell. After cashing in on Matheus Cunha for £68 million earlier in the window, they are in a strong negotiating position.

It’s understood that only an offer in that same region would make them even consider parting ways with Strand Larsen, who has quickly become a key player under manager Vitor Pereira.

What makes this situation especially interesting, however, is the public comments from Pereira himself. Speaking after Strand Larsen’s impressive two-goal performance against West Ham in the Carabao Cup, the Wolves boss was full of praise for the striker but he also left the door open for a potential transfer.

He acknowledged that “every player has a price,” a clear signal that while the club values the player highly, they are not completely closed off to a sale if the right offer arrives.

Perhaps even more telling were Pereira’s remarks about Strand Larsen’s character. He described him as a “team player” with great commitment, someone who puts the collective above individual interests.

This felt like a pointed message, not just to potential suitors, but specifically to Newcastle, who are currently dealing with the very public fallout of Isak’s desire to leave.

In highlighting Strand Larsen’s professionalism and selflessness, Pereira subtly underlined the contrast with Newcastle’s current situation.

For Newcastle, these comments could be exactly what they needed to hear. The club is not just looking for a goal scorer—they are looking for someone who fits the culture and identity that Eddie Howe is building.

The banner displayed by fans at St. James’ Park during the Liverpool match, which read “Nothing is achieved alone,” says it all. This is a squad that values unity, hard work, and collective spirit above all else. Strand Larsen, with his team-first mentality and proven work rate, appears to embody those values.

His performance against West Ham only reinforced his growing reputation. Coming off the bench, he scored two quick goals to secure Wolves’ place in the next round, showing exactly the kind of clinical edge and intelligent movement that Newcastle has been missing.

But it wasn’t just the goals that stood out—Pereira also revealed that he asked Strand Larsen to drop back and help defend in the closing minutes, a request the striker fulfilled without hesitation.

That kind of versatility and willingness to contribute all over the pitch is priceless in modern football.

As the deadline draws closer, the ball is now in Newcastle’s court. They know what it will take to get the deal done—a bid closer to £65-70 million—and they have received strong signals that the player himself would be open to the move.

They also know that time is not on their side. With every day that passes, the options become fewer and the negotiating power of selling clubs grows.

For Wolves, the situation is more straightforward. They would prefer to keep their star striker, but if an offer arrives that matches their valuation, they will have a big decision to make.

What is clear is that Jørgen Strand Larsen has already shown enough quality and character to convince everyone involved that he is worth the effort. For Newcastle, he might just be the missing piece they have been searching for.