Overview

• Newcastle are described as anticipating a new Liverpool proposal after Jamie Reuben held talks with Alexander Isak, who restated his wish to leave.
• Liverpool’s £110m opening bid was rejected, and reporter Graeme Bailey says a fresh offer is being prepared that would surpass £130m and could near £140m, though the Reds will not meet a £150m valuation.
• Isak publicly accused the club of breaking promises, while Newcastle issued an official rebuttal saying no commitment was made that he could leave and that he remains under contract.
• The Mirror reports Newcastle want their valuation met and two signings in place before even considering an exit, with bids for Jorgen Strand Larsen (£50m rejected by Wolves, who want £70m) and Yoane Wissa turned down.
• The Liverpool Echo notes the deal faces a tight window before the 7pm September 1 deadline, with a British-record fee and Newcastle’s striker recruitment seen as essential steps for any agreement.