Alexander Isak will not return for Newcastle against Liverpool on Monday night. Isak missed the Magpies’ goalless draw with Aston Villa last weekend as his future remains unsolved amid being the subject of an £110million bid from Liverpool which was rejected earlier in the month.

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe spoke of his sadness following Alexander Isak’s bombshell statement earlier this week. Isak took to social media on Tuesday to address his stance on the ongoing transfer

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe remains hopeful Alexander Isak can be reintegrated to the squad despite the disgruntled striker saying his relationship with the club cannot continue in an explosive midwe