Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe will have to wait and see whether Alexander-Isak will be fit to face Liverpool, with the Magpies already without three players

Newcastle United have called for help from the academy as they prepare for Wednesday night’s match against Liverpool at St James’ Park (7:30pm kick-off).

Alexander Isak had claimed he would be fit for Newcastle United's Premier League clash at home to Liverpool on Wednesday

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak is a major doubt to face Liverpool in the Premier League on Wednesday. The Sweden international was taken off in the first half Newcastle’s 1-1 draw at

Alexander Isak has provided an update on his fitness ahead of Newcastle United’s match against Liverpool at St James’ Park.

The Magpies have ambitious plans for Alexander Isak amid Arsenal's continued interest in the Sweden international

Newcastle United are sweating over the fitness of Alexander Isak, who suffered a blow. He will be assessed before the game to know about his availability. If he fails to make it into the XI, Callum Wilson is likely to fill his spot.

Eddie Howe has issued an update on Alexander Isak after the Swede picked up an injury in Newcastle United’s 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace.

Alexander Isak was forced off early on for Newcastle against Crystal Palace after a Tyrick Mitchell challenge and the striker was in clear pain after the incident.