Overview

• Alexander Isak has been left out of Newcastle’s pre-season tour of Singapore and South Korea since formally requesting a move Manager Eddie Howe has confirmed that the ultimate transfer decision rests with the board led by Yasir Al-Rumayyan
• Liverpool is preparing a formal proposal for Isak following the club’s near-£65 million sale of Luis Díaz to Bayern Munich
• Newcastle are exploring replacement options including Nicolas Jackson, Ollie Watkins, Yoane Wissa and Benjamin Sesko to ensure they have a leading striker if Isak departs
• The absence of a sporting director has increased pressure on recruitment decisions as the club navigates financial-fair-play constraints