Eddie Howe has shared his transfer plans for a key position ahead of the Aston Villa match, while uncertainty over Isak’s future continues.

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Eddie Howe Keeps Door Open for Alexander Isak Amid Newcastle UncertaintyEddie Howe has made it clear that Alexander Isak’s future remains unresolved but insists the door is “well and truly”

The summer has been dominated by the transfer window, and with more than two weeks to go until it closes on September 1, that's not likely to change even with the return of the action on the pitch. Newcastle remain embroiled in a messy situation over Alexander Isak's future, with the Swedish striker unavailable for Saturday's lunchtime kick-off.

Eddie Howe has urged Newcastle to resolve Alexander Isak's future quickly after the striker missed their 0-0 draw with Aston Villa. The manager insists the door is open for Isak, but stressed the club needs clarity to avoid distractions this season.

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe said it was up to other people at the club as to whether wantaway forward Alexander Isak would be fined.

Newcastle United head to Aston Villa on the back of some solid transfer business of late. Anthony Elanga, Aaron Ramsdale and Malick Thiaw will be involved at Villa Park but the clash will come too soon for incoming midfielder Jacob Ramsey.