Exclusive: Newcastle hold strong interest in Wolves striker

In one of the ongoing transfer sagas of the summer, Isak could be set to leave the Magpies this transfer window, with a move to Liverpool a possibility.

Newcastle are targeting RB Leipzig forward Benjamin Sesko, who has been linked with several European clubs this summer.

However, it is understood that the North East club could make a move for more than one forward if Isak departs and Larsen is among a number of potential options.

It is believed the Premier League side are admirers of the Norwegian and are considering a move for him this summer, depending on their potential outgoings.

They have also been chasing a move for Brentford's Yoane Wissa.

The Express & Star understands that Wolves have not been contacted by Newcastle about Larsen's availability, while the club have no interest in allowing the striker to leave this summer.

It is likely to take a big fee for that stance to change and it is understood that Larsen is happy at Wolves.

Larsen arrived at Wolves last summer from Spanish side Celta Vigo, initially on loan.

However, that quickly became a permanent move when a clause was triggered after Larsen played a certain number of games.

The striker then officially became a permanent Wolves player this summer, in a £23million deal, signing a contract until 2029.

The number nine impressed last season with 14 goals and four assists in 35 Premier League games, marking a stellar debut campaign in the English top flight.

That also included a purple patch in March and April when Larsen scored five goals in four matches, lining up with Wolves' six-game winning run.

That form has caught the attention of other clubs and Newcastle hold concrete interest in Larsen, but it remains to be seen if they will act on that interest and make a move for him.

The saga concerning Isak and Liverpool has rumbled on throughout the summer and looks set to continue in the coming weeks.

The Reds made a move for him recently, which prompted Newcastle to attempt to sign Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt.

Eventually, Liverpool turned their attention to Ekitike and this week signed the Frenchman for an initial £69million.

However, Arne Slot's side are still interested in signing Isak and the player this week has not travelled with Newcastle on pre-season after making it clear he wants to explore the chance to leave.

Newcastle are now seeking potential replacements if Isak departs this summer and Larsen is among a number of players on their shortlist.

Larsen is currently Wolves' only out-and-out number nine, while the club are keen to add another forward in the current transfer window.

The start of the Premier League season is just three weeks away - as Wolves host Manchester City - and Wolves would have their work cut out trying to replace Larsen if a move materialises.