Being Newcastle is playing a far bigger part. Hugo Ekitike, Liam Delap and Benjamin Sesko did not turn the Magpies down because they took one look at poor Isak being trapped on terms he was stupid enough to agree to and got cold feet. Big names ultimately don’t fancy living in the north of England, especially if they have other options.

Newcastle United's striker options have now been revealed as they continue to find a replacement for Alexander Isak.

Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Jorgen Strand Larsen is reportedly open to replacing Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak. The Magpies have decisions to make regarding the future of the wantaway Sweden international, who is keen to sign for Liverpool during the closing two weeks of the summer transfer window.

According to reports, Alexander Isak's proposed move to Liverpool is in major doubt as Newcastle United's 'situation' continues to 'escalate'.

Alexander Isak was left out of Newcastle’s squad for its opening game of the Premier League season at Aston Villa on Saturday. The 25-year-old Sweden striker is at odds with the club as he tries to push for a move to defending champion Liverpool.

Howe’s stance on unsettled strikerEddie Howe maintains that Alexander Isak still has a route back into the Newcastle Utd side, even as frustration grows among supporters. The striker, absent from

Alexander Isak has been defender by his national team coach who said 'Alex is a great guy and very professional' despite him going on strike.

Sky Sports football writers analyse Friday & Saturdays Premier League action as Bournemouth expose reoccurring defensive weakness in Liverpools masterplan; Newcastle struggle for goal threat without Alexander Isak;