Newcastle United have reportedly pivoted to Southampton goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale after James Trafford became the club’s latest unsuccessful transfer target. Magpies manager Eddie Howe previously worked with Ramsdale during their time together at Bournemouth.

Martin Odegaard scored a late penalty - won by Max Dowman - to secure a 3-2 victory over Newcastle in an intensive pre-season friendly in Singapore. Two goals in as many first-half minutes had initially turned the game in our favour after Anthony Elanga had given his new club an early lead with a fortunate goal that bobbled in beyond David Raya.