We take a look back at the entire Alexander Isak transfer saga this summer, which finally appears to be drawing to a close ahead of Newcastle's tantalising encounter with Liverpool on Monday

Liverpool have set their sights on Alexander Isak but another alternative could be available for the Premier League champions.

A versatile forward who can play up front, off the striker or even out wide, Alvarez could make a difference for Liverpool in a number of roles. Atletico signed Alvarez last summer, paying up to £82million to sign the forward from Argentina, as reported by Sky Sports.

Liverpool’s Pursuit of Isak Intensifies Amid Mounting Pressure at NewcastleLiverpool are ramping up their efforts to land Swedish striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United, with a new bid

Newcastle United's wantaway striker Alexander Isak will not be in the squad when they host Premier League champions Liverpool on Monday, said boss Eddie Howe, who called the tense standoff a "lose-lose" situation.

Eberechi Eze is poised to join Arsenal after they hijacked Tottenham's move, Newcastle eye two strikers to replace Alexander Isak whilst Manchester United may now struggle to rid of Rasmus Hojlund

Newcastle United are preparing for Liverpool to return with a new bid for Alexander Isak over the coming week, as TEAMtalk sources reveal the latest on the summer transfer window's biggest talking point.

Alexander Isak's idol is Thierry Henry and despite the pair sharing similarities at Arsenal and Newcastle, there's one thing that differs amid Liverpool interest.