Newcastle United must look elsewhere for a striker after failing with an approach to sign 20-year-old Italian attacking sensation Francesco Pio Esposito from Inter Milan.

According to a report by Italian outlet Il Messaggero, Francesco Pio Esposito is the subject of interest from Newcastle United. The Magpies are keen on reinforcing their offensive unit by signing a striker in the summer transfer window amid uncertainties surrounding Alexander Isak’s long-term future. So, the 20-year-old Inter Milan attacking sensation has emerged as a target for the Tyneside outfit.

The 2024/25 EFL Cup winners have recently approached Inter Milan to discuss a possible move for the Castellammare di Stabia native. However, the Serie A giants have rebuffed Newcastle United, with Atalanta and Napoli also receiving rejections from the Nerazzurri.

Francesco Pio Esposito is the latest highly-rated prospects to rise in prominence in his homeland. The 20-year-old spent his formative years in Italy, rising through the ranks at Inter Milan before making his mark in senior football during his loan spell with Spezia Calcio. The youngster was decent in the 2024/25 season making his mark during the FIFA Club World Cup.

The Italian attacking sensation chipped in with one goal and one assist in two games, compelling Inter Milan to view him as a long-term offensive solution. However, Esposito’s progress has piqued the attention of several well-known clubs, particularly from the Premier League. Newcastle United will be among the prospective suitors vying for his signature in the summer transfer window.

Newcastle United’s interest in Francesco Pio Esposito is understandable.