Liverpool manager Arne Slot will face Newcastle in a visit to St James’ Park on Monday. Following the transfer sagas involving Isak and Ekitike, the game is expected to be a ferocious affair, although it's unlikely Isak himself will be involved.

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.

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, who has been pushing for a move to Liverpool, is no stranger to standing his ground when it comes to potential transfers