Newcastle United’s pre-season ends with big performances, major moves agreed, and selection headaches ahead of Villa on Saturday.

In this episode of Talk of the Toon, we cover:

• Ramsdale’s debut penalty save vs Espanyol
• Spirited showing against Atlético Madrid
• Isak’s continued absence despite Liverpool’s £110m bid being rejected
• Malick Thiaw deal agreed, announcement expected Monday
• Wissa pushing for NUFC move as Brentford hunt a replacement
• Goalkeeper shake-up: Dúbravka to Burnley, Vlachodimos to Sevilla likely
• John McGinn and other surprise transfer links

From penalty heroics to high-profile absences, we look at where NUFC stand - and what could happen next as the season begins.

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