Wolves star emerges as shock Newcastle United target amid ‘concluding’ Wissa claims

Newcastle United have reportedly made an approach for Wolves striker Jorgen Strand Larsen, showing "strong interest" according to the Shropshire Star. However, they have not yet made contact with Wolves regarding a potential transfer. Strand Larsen impressed in his first Premier League season at Molineux, scoring 14 goals, which triggered a permanent move from Celta Vigo for £23m this summer. Wolves are reluctant to sell the Norwegian international.

This speculation comes amid Newcastle's active pursuit of Brentford striker Yoane Wissa. Wissa left Brentford's training camp early due to transfer speculation. While Nottingham Forest and Tottenham have also been linked, Newcastle are considered frontrunners. Talks have occurred at Brentford about Wissa's future, with Newcastle "in discussions" to improve their initial offer after a £25m bid was rejected last week. Sky Sports reported Newcastle are discussing a £35m package. The player wants to leave and is training alone in London, with his move to Newcastle reportedly moving towards a conclusion to be an option alongside Alexander Isak.

The article highlights the contrasting profiles of the two strikers: Wissa is described as a small, athletic player capable of playing multiple positions across the front line, while Strand Larsen is characterized as a traditional number nine.