Overview

• Eddie Howe confirmed Alexander Isak is training away from the squad and will miss Monday’s trip to St James’ Park for Liverpool’s visit.
• Howe called the situation a “lose-lose” for Newcastle but left the door open to reintegrate Isak if no transfer materialises.
• Liverpool’s earlier £110m offer was rejected, with reports of a £150m valuation, and Arne Slot declined to discuss Isak while stressing he is happy with his current squad.
• Newcastle are pursuing forwards, with reports of personal terms agreed with Wolves’ Jorgen Strand Larsen though no fee is in place and Wolves are said to want about £60m.
• Brentford have turned down a £40m Newcastle bid for Yoane Wissa, and separate reports note a potential Article 17 route that could allow Isak a move next summer, which remains only a discussed option.