So, the Premier League season is upon us once again! It has been a summer of thrills and spills on Tyneside but now the talk of transfers, Alexander Isak and more can come to a halt (temporarily) as top flight action returns.

Newcastle United head to Aston Villa on the back of some solid transfer business of late. Anthony Elanga, Aaron Ramsdale and Malick Thiaw will be involved at Villa Park but the clash will come too soon for incoming midfielder Jacob Ramsey.

Another man who won't feature in the curtain raiser is Alexander Isak. The wantaway Swede remains in exile, with Eddie Howe admitting there has been no change to his situation in recent days.

Stick with us right here throughout the day as we bring you all the pre-match build up, team news, live match coverage and post-game anal

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