"Newcastle are currently relying on summer addition Nick Woltemade to lead the goalscoring charge at St. James' Park. The Magpies' new German arrival has scored four times in five starts across all competitions, endearing himself to the club's fans with early performances, cheery interviews and fancy footwork. Woltemade is Eddie Howe's first choice striker following Isak's British transfer record departure, although the Newcastle boss would probably have preferred a scenario in which ex-Brentford man and fellow summer signing Wissa was available to him as well."
"The 29-year-old is currently sidelined with a knee injury that was initially set to keep him out of action until after this month's international break. It was hoped the DR Congo international could make his debut against Brighton and Hove Albion on October 18, but that now no longer appears the case after a setback. Consequently, Wissa is expected to spend another month rehabilitating from the injury sustained on international duty at the beginning of September, placing the goalscoring burden squarely upon Woltemade's broad shoulders."
Nick Woltemade has scored four times in five starts across all competitions and has become Eddie Howe's first-choice striker after Isak's departure. Yoane Wissa suffered a knee injury on international duty and is currently sidelined, with a setback delaying his hoped debut and extending rehabilitation for another month. The absence of Wissa places the primary goalscoring responsibility on Woltemade. Other Newcastle contributors include Anthony Gordon with three goals and Harvey Barnes scoring in the Champions League, while backup forward Will Osula scored against Liverpool. Eintracht Frankfurt showed transfer interest in Osula on deadline day and reportedly remain keen to pursue him in January.
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