William Osula makes Newcastle United future admission after Denmark decision

The Magpies frontman made his first start for his country in Sunday's friendly clash with Ukraine, a game which had to be abandoned after former Tottenham and Manchester United star Christian Eriksen collapsed.

Thankfully, the midfielder is recovering in hospital after the incident and is expected to be discharged soon, with the game ended as he received treatment.

For Osula, it marked a significant step in his career progress, after he made his debut as a second-half substitute in the goalless draw with DR Congo early this month.

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The 22-year-old enjoyed a strong end to the season with Newcastle, taking over as Eddie Howe's prefered central striker ahead of Yoane Wissa, Nick Woltemade and Anthony Gordon.

Osula repaid Howe's faith by scoring five goals in the final six Premier League games of the campaign, taking his total to nine for the season in all competitions.

Newcastle could target a new goalscorer in the summer transfer window, although Osula is expected to remain an important part of the squad, after previously coming close to leaving.

Eintracht Frankfurt were keen on a loan deal for Osula last summer, but Howe was reluctant to allow him to leave, a decision which paid off at the back end of last season.

Now he is focused on continuing to shine at club level to ensure he stays in the reckonning when it comes to Denmark selection.

“If I continue to play well at club level, I hope I can become important for the national team and play a role here. I have to keep showing what I can do on the field and keep knocking.”

Osula signed for Newcastle from Sheffield United in 2024, and has now scored 11 goals in 54 appearances for the club.