Why Newcastle’s new Isak must start ahead of Fernandez-Pardo

Football FanCast writer Angus Sinclair argues that Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle should start striker William Osula over summer signing Matias Fernandez-Pardo. Following a home defeat against Aston Villa, Newcastle's attack has faced heavy scrutiny. Fernandez-Pardo, signed from LOSC Lille for £51m, has yet to register a goal or assist in four Premier League starts as the club continues to search for an effective replacement following Alexander Isak's previous £125m departure to Liverpool.

Sinclair highlights Osula as Newcastle's potential solution, noting the Danish forward is returning to full fitness after two recent substitute appearances. The writer points out that Osula scored seven Premier League goals in eight starts last season with a 30% conversion rate, arguing his clinical finishing makes him a far more suitable spearhead for the Newcastle attack than Fernandez-Pardo.