Newcastle United’s £50 million bid for Wolverhampton Wanderers’ striker Jorgen Strand Larsen has been rejected, according to David Ornstein. The Premier League club considers Larsen too important to their lineup, and with limited time left in the transfer window, they don’t think it’s feasible to find a suitable replacement ¹.

Why Wolves Rejected the Bid

– Importance of Larsen: Wolves view Larsen as a vital player, having scored 14 league goals on loan at Molineux last season. His contributions were significant, and the club doesn’t want to lose him.

– Time Constraint: With little time remaining in the transfer window, Wolves are hesitant to sell Larsen, knowing it would be challenging to find a top-level replacement quickly.

– Recent Investment: Wolves exercised their option to buy Larsen from Celta Vigo for £23 million in July, and he’s already made an impact with 14 goals and four assists in the 2024/2025 season ².

Newcastle’s Striker Search

– Alternative Targets: Newcastle has been exploring other options, including Yoane Wissa and Hugo Ekitike, but both bids were rejected. They might need to look elsewhere to strengthen their attack.

– Alexander Isak Situation: Meanwhile, Alexander Isak’s transfer saga continues, with Liverpool reportedly preparing another bid. Newcastle remains firm in their stance, insisting they won’t sell Isak under current circumstances ¹ ².

Potential Replacements

– Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson: There’s speculation about Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson potentially moving to Bayern Munich to become Harry Kane’s understudy.

– Aston Villa’s Options: Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins or Morgan Rogers might be available, depending on the club’s PSR concerns and potential sales.

– Other Targets: Newcastle might need to consider other strikers to bolster their lineup, especially if Isak’s situation remains unresolved ².