Newcastle United's head coach Eddie Howe has taken a firm stance on the ongoing transfer saga surrounding Swedish star Alexander Isak. Howe confirmed that Liverpool had yet to make a formal offer for the player, who is currently in the UK.

Alexander Isak is considering his options which could see him leave Newcastle as Liverpool circle for the Swedish star, who has been told that the Magpies are well within their rights to make him stay

The Sweden international has not joined Newcastle’s pre-season tour of South Korea and is believed to be interested in the move to Anfield.

Liverpool could yet spend nearly £200million on more forwards with some big names set to leave Anfield before the transfer window closes.

Arsenal had been keen on signing Benjamin Sesko this summer but backed out and Newcastle now view him as a potential replacement for Alexander Isak, who is pondering an exit

Newcastle United are reportedly mulling over a distinct change in transfer stance when it comes to the sale of Alexander Isak. When Liverpool were sensationally linked with a £120 million ($161.1 million) move for the Swedish forward earlier this month,

Liverpool are reportedly set to open talks with Newcastle United over a deal for Alexander Isak. The Reds have long admired the Sweden international, but their pursuit took a turn when it emerged that he had informed Newcastle he wants to explore his options.

Newcastle United lost out on Hugo Ekitike to Liverpool, and to add insult to that transfer injury, Liverpool might also end up with Alexander Isak, too! Newcastle’s leading goalscorer sure seems to be trying to force a move to the Premier League champions, leaving the Magpies in desperate need of a striker ... or two.

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has demanded full focus from his squad in their remaining matches on the Far East tour. The Magpies are set to play against a K-League XI at the Suwon World Cup Stadium tomorrow (12noon BST), followed by a match against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday evening at the Seoul World Cup Stadium.