We take a look back at the entire Alexander Isak transfer saga this summer, which finally appears to be drawing to a close ahead of Newcastle's tantalising encounter with Liverpool on Monday

Liverpool’s summer transfer activity has taken another step forward, with 19-year-old winger Lewis Koumas completing a season-long loan move to Birmingham City, as reported by trusted journalist Fabrizio Romano.

Alexander Isak will not return for Newcastle against Liverpool on Monday night. Isak missed the Magpies’ goalless draw with Aston Villa last weekend as his future remains unsolved amid being the subject of an £110million bid from Liverpool which was rejected earlier in the month.

Liverpool are looking to strengthen their defence this summer and Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi is their top target, with the England international out of contract next summer

Liverpool are still pushing to sign Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace this summer but there are issues at Selhurst Park which could have a bearing on where the England defender ends up

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Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish has suggested that Marc Guehi will be sold in the latter stages of the summer transfer window unless he decides to pen a new contract at Selhurst Park.

Real Madrid are reportedly weighing up a move for Liverpool-linked Adam Wharton. The Reds have long been linked with a move for Crystal Palace after he impressed in the Premier League following a move from Blackburn Rovers.