Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has revealed Alexander Isak "can't be involved" with the rest of his senior squad right now as speculation surrounding his future continues to grow. The Swede has been chased by Liverpool for much of the summer window, with the Merseysiders having already seen one bid rejected.

Newcastle United have confirmed Alexander Isak is not playing in their latest pre-season friendly on Friday night. The striker is yet to feature this summer amid an ongoing transfer saga of which Liverpool are at the centre.

Liverpool could have more clarity on their pursuit of Newcastle United striker Alexander in the coming days after they missed out on Benjamin Sesko, Reds transfer expert David Lynch has claimed.