Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has confirmed that wantaway striker Alexander Isak will once again be absent when Liverpool visit St James' Park.

Alexander Isak’s future has become the defining storyline of this transfer window and it could overshadow the football when Liverpool travel up north to face Newcastle United on Monday, August 25. The Swedish striker has pushed to leave St James’ Park, while both clubs stand at a standoff over a fee and suitable replacement.

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

Eddie Howe concedes that Newcastle face a “lose-lose situation to a degree” regardless of what happens with the striker this summer.

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe remains hopeful Alexander Isak can be reintegrated to the squad despite the disgruntled striker saying his relationship with the club cannot continue in an explosive midweek post on social media.

Newcastle United's wantaway striker Alexander Isak will not be in the squad when they host Premier League champions Liverpool on Monday, said boss Eddie Howe, who called the tense standoff a "lose-lose" situation.

A versatile forward who can play up front, off the striker or even out wide, Alvarez could make a difference for Liverpool in a number of roles. Atletico signed Alvarez last summer, paying up to £82million to sign the forward from Argentina, as reported by Sky Sports.

Eberechi Eze is poised to join Arsenal after they hijacked Tottenham's move, Newcastle eye two strikers to replace Alexander Isak whilst Manchester United may now struggle to rid of Rasmus Hojlund

Alexander Isak has made it clear he wants to leave Newcastle and force through a move to Liverpool, but the Swede hasn't made it easy for himself.