Newcastle striker Alexander Isak is pushing for a move to Liverpool and Toon boss Eddie Howe has made a decision over his involvement in their upcoming friendlies

Eddie Howe is refusing to give up on signing two or three top-class players before the transfer window shuts despite suffering another huge setback. Benjamin Sesko's decision to snub Newcastle United's advances to join rivals Manchester United instead is the latest hammer blow in what has been a frustrating and difficult summer for the Magpies.