Elsewhere, there are gaps in the squad that need to be filled, including at centre-back and as a back-up to Isak should he remain at the club. Brentford’s Yoane Wissa has been listed as a potential option for the latter, whilst a handful of defenders have been linked with a move to Tyneside throughout the summer window.

Newcastle United have begun preparations for life after Alexander Isak by shortlisting four strikers, of which three currently play in England.

Alexander Isak's wish to quit Newcastle can be traced back to summer 2024 with three factors now cited as reasons behind the Liverpool target's unhappiness.

Newcastle United are exploring a move for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko following Alexander Isak’s request to leave the club, sources have confirmed to The Athletic. Sesko, 22, has long been on Newcastle’s radar,

Liverpool are having quite the transfer window. Hugo Ekitike has scarcely been welcomed aboard the Reds' pre-season tour in Asia and already sights have been set on Alexander Isak. The Newcastle United striker has long been FSG's dream target at number nine,

PIF's plans to keep the unhappy striker out of Liverpool's clutches look set to backfire, giving the Reds more optimism a deal is CAN be done and with Newcastle's asking price emerging