In a recent segment on his Youtube channel, renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano mentioned that Liverpool are ready to launch another move for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak this summer.

Liverpool have emerged as Isak’s priority for the new campaign and the 25-year-old – the Magpies’ top scorer with 27 goals last term – has been training alone after opting out of Newcastle’s pre-season tour of Asia.

The latest Newcastle United transfer news as we bring you live updates on the future of Alexander Isak, Yoane Wissa, Jorgen strand Larsen, Nicolas Jackson and others

Alan Shearer believes Alexander Isak has poured "flames on the fire" of his stand-off with the club by accusing them of breaking promises.

Brentford forward Yoane Wissa wants to join Newcastle, who need reinforcement up front, given the current stand-off between the club and star striker Alexander Isak. The Magpies have made their move with an improved £40m bid.

Isak trained at his former club, Real Sociedad, during Newcastle's tour of Asia and missed their 0-0 draw with Aston Villa on the opening matchday of the Premier League season

Alexander Isak was given a hostile reception by angry Newcastle supporters, who had waited for him outside the club's training ground, following an escalation in his transfer saga

A man who died three weeks after being punched in the street has been described as a "devoted father" who was "warm and full of life". Simon Beston, 55, was injured on Saint Andrew's Street in the China Town area of Newcastle on 26 July at about 22:30 BST.