Spurs and Newcastle draw in Son's final game
FT: Tottenham 1-1 Newcastle
Son Heung-min played his final game for Tottenham in a 1-1 pre-season friendly draw with Newcastle in his homeland of South Korea on Sunday.
Brennan Johnson opened the scoring early on for Spurs and paid tribute to his departing captain by performing Son's trademark celebration.
Harvey Barnes then equalised for the Magpies before the break.
Thomas Frank will be anxiously awaiting updates on the fitness of James Maddison who was stretchered off late on with a serious-looking injury.
'I need a little bit of change'
It is the end of an era as Tottenham captain Son Heung-min confirmed he is leaving the club after 10 years.
The 33-year-old's final game was a friendly against Newcastle in his homeland of South Korea on Sunday.
He finishes with 173 goals in 454 competitive appearances and says leaving was "the most difficult one I have made in my career".
"I came to north London as a kid - a very young age, a young boy came to London who even didn't speak English," said Son. "Leaving this club as a grown man is a very, very proud moment.
"I need a new environment to push myself. I need a little bit of change - 10 years is a long time.
"I spent a lot of time reflecting on whether I wanted to experience football in a different environment, and I had those conversations with myself over and over again."
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Alexander Isak returned to Newcastle training today after missing the club's tour of Asia and spending the first weeks of pre-season training alone in Spain.
However, the speculation surrounding the Sweden striker does not look any less likely to die down in the days and weeks to come.
On this live text, we will now move on from this Isak saga to look at the farewell for a Tottenham legend.
Before that, here's a quick look at all the completed deals in the Premier League this window.
Will Newcastle get Sesko?
David Ornstein
The Athletic's football correspondent on BBC Radio 5 Live
Newcastle understand that a deal might have to be done for Alexander Isak, provided they get the right financial offer and I suspect they probably will - given Liverpoolâs apparent commitment to this and Isakâs determination to go.
Their first choice target to replace Isak is Benjamin Sesko. The issue with that is competition from Manchester United primarily and the finances being extremely high in terms of the potential transfer fee.
Newcastle did not want to be In this position but Isakâs representative have made it clear for some time that they would be departing this Summer.
For all parties a solution must be found because the current situation cannot continue.
Gossip: Man Utd, Newcastle to battle for Sesko
It looks like a two-way battle between two Premier League clubs for the signature of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko will dominate the remainder of the summer transfer window.
According to Sky Sports Germany, external, Manchester United are ready to match Newcastle United's opening offer for the prolific 22-year-old Slovenia striker.
Sky Sports earlier reported that the Magpies made a formal offer worth £65.5m plus £4.3m in add-ons.
Meanwhile, the Mail, external says Newcastle are also eyeing a move for Paris St-Germain and Portugal striker Goncalo Ramos, 24, if a deal for Sesko falls through.
Ramos scored 10 goals in 22 Ligue 1 appearances for PSG last season while also finding the back of the net thrice in the Champions League and five times in the French Cup.
Morning recap
If you're just joining us, here is a handy little recap of what we've covered this morning.
Will Liverpool make another bid for Alexander Isak?
Can Isak be reintegrated at Newcastle?
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe on Isak situation
Your thoughts on the situation
What's coming up, I hear you ask?
We'll take a look at Tottenham shortly. Where is Son Heung-min headed? Who could replace him? And how are Spurs doing in the window?
We will also check on Chelsea and their latest signing Jorrel Hato, as well as an overview of the club's lavish spending this summer.
Do Liverpool need Isak?
Liverpool
Should Alex Isak leave Newcastle, a move to Premier League champions Liverpool seems the most likely.
The Reds are investing heavily as they look to push on next season, and see Isak as the man to lead their frontline.
But Liverpool fans appear torn - here's what Reds supporters told BBC Sport...
Callum: "Let's be honest, this is just us being greedy.
"He would be a great addition to the squad - any team would happily take him - but we just have so much threat in the attack that we simply don't need him to the point of spending more than £100m."
Michael: "It's getting silly this. If there are funds to spend get a centre-back - that's the cover we need. We do not need another forward. Just because there's money, it doesn't mean we must spend it."
Simon: "If Isak is available and Liverpool can afford him, then go for it.
"This will take Liverpool to the same level that Manchester City have been at for the past few seasons. When you are champions, you make your team better. All the great teams do the same."