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 midweek post on social media.

Newcastle United are in the market to sign a new striker to replace Alexander Isak, who has made himself unavailable for selection.

Eddie Howe concedes that Newcastle face a “lose-lose situation to a degree” regardless of what happens with the striker this summer.