Newcastle are under pressure to sign a new striker this summer. Callum Wilson was released following the expiration of his contract, but Eddie Howe’s side were forced to start the season without a recognised centre forward after Isak began his own protest over his desired move to Liverpool.

Alexander Isak's future has been a huge distraction for Newcastle this summer, and while the team performed well, his absence was costly at Aston Villa.

The Premier League spotlight returns to St James' Park on Monday, August 25 as Newcastle United host Liverpool in their first home test of the season. The Magpies earned a goalless draw in their opener at Aston Villa,

Alexander Isak’s transfer saga is a “f***ing mess” and his agent should be “sacked on the spot”, claims Newcastle legend Alan Shearer.

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

Newcastle United star Alexander Isak has seen the door slammed shut in his face when it comes to a move to Liverpool, but there may still be hope for Eddie Howe's side