It is hard to take anything at face value coming from official PR channels in the middle of the Alexander Isak 'will he, won't he' leave Newcastle saga. Isak apparently did not go on the pre-season tour because he had a minor injury,

Eddie Howe has said that Alexander Isak's future at the club is not fully in his control as speculation surrounding his star striker continues to grow.

Liverpool have devised a new £165million plan to sign Alexander Isak this summer. The Reds confirmed their interest in the Newcastle striker earlier this month, expressing a willingness to open talks over a deal for around £120m. Newcastle promptly told them that Isak is not for sale.