Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has reiterated his belief that Alexander Isak can still play for the club again as he insisted the saga surrounding a possible transfer to Liverpool is approaching its end.

Alexander Isak’s future has become the defining storyline of this transfer window and it could overshadow the football when Liverpool travel up north to face Newcastle United on Monday, August 25. The Swedish striker has pushed to leave St James’ Park, while both clubs stand at a standoff over a fee and suitable replacement.

With just a matter of days left in the summer transfer window, Alexander Isak's future is expected to be settled shortly as Newcastle get ready to face Liverpool in a feisty encounter on Monday