Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Bournemouth (kick-off 12:30 GMT). Here are the key lines from his news conference:
Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe praised the "composure and finishing" of Alexander Isak, who scored twice in a 3-0 win against Wolves that saw the Magpies in their ninth game in a row in the .
Newcastle star Alexander Isak has been heavily linked with a move to Arsenal this month as Mikel Arteta looks to bolster his forward ranks.
Isak has scored 15 goals in 22 appearances in all competitions this season and assisted four. Last season he netted 25 across 40 games, so the striker is on track to surpass that tally.
The Premier League's in-form sides go head to head at St James' Park when Bournemouth arrives this weekend, but United have the upper hand
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe admitted his side were not at their best but could not be too critical after a 3-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers secured a ninth victory in succession in all competitions.
LONDON – Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe admitted his side were not at their best, but could not be too critical after a 3-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers secured a ninth victory in succession in all competitions.