Overview

• Alexander Isak has trained away from the squad after publicly accusing Newcastle of breaking promises and saying the relationship could not continue.
• Newcastle issued a rebuttal stating they made no commitment to sell and said they do not foresee a sale this summer, having already rejected a reported £110m Liverpool bid.
• Eddie Howe confirmed Isak will not feature on Monday and said ownership will not leave the team without a recognised striker, underscoring that a sale would require cover.
• Liverpool are assessing alternatives according to reports, including Real Madrid’s Rodrygo, while head coach Arne Slot said he is content with his current attacking options if no deal happens.
• With Callum Wilson gone and no new striker secured, Newcastle risk leaving 22-year-old Will Osula as their only centre-forward option until signings are made.