Isak's determination to leave has caused turmoil inside Newcastle and among the fanbase. The question is how they react against Liverpool

Should the dressing room's willingness to welcome Alexander Isak back come as a surprise? Not only is Isak one of the best strikers in the world, the Swede still has a number of friends at the club. But it was just a few days ago that Isak stressed that "the relationship can't continue".

Alexander Isak has gone public for the first time about his discontent at Newcastle by saying the club has broken promises and that “the relationship can’t continue.”

Former Premier League star Wayne Rooney made his thoughts clear on Isak's future at Newcastle. Speaking on his BBC podcast, The Wayne Rooney Show, the former player said, "If I'm a Newcastle player, I don't want Isak back.

Newcastle are under pressure to sign a new striker this summer. Callum Wilson was released following the expiration of his contract, but Eddie Howe’s side were forced to start the season without a recognised centre forward after Isak began his own protest over his desired move to Liverpool.

(Reuters) -Liverpool boss Arne Slot dodged questions on Thursday about Newcastle United's Alexander Isak with the transfer window closing and the wantaway striker expected to miss Monday's game against Slot's men at St James' Park.

Newcastle United could reportedly bid to sign Inter star Francesco Pio Esposito if Alexander Isak gate crashes his way out of St. James' Park to Liverpool. The Merseyside club are preparing to crank up the pressure on the Magpies with an eye-watering £130 million offer for Isak.