Alexander Isak’s standoff with Newcastle rumbles on after one hidden clause disclosed to make things worse for Liverpool.

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

The reason for this - if you don't frequent the Newcastle United corner of the internet (you do, you're here) - is because on Tuesday night he released a little statement saying he was promised things and the relationship with the club has broken down as a result of those promises not being upheld.

Liverpool are the culprits in the Alexander Isak transfer saga, as Newcastle United go on the offensive and send a public message to the striker.

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"On Isak, if they were to sell him for a big amount of money, it would open up a huge amount of scope within the rules to go and spend. You could go and get four or five serious players in to bolster the team.

Liverpool could face competition from reigning Spanish champions Barcelona for the signing of Alexander Isak, a report has claimed.

Former Newcastle captain Alan Shearer believes wantaway striker Alexander Isak has poured “flames on the fire” of his stand-off with the Magpies by accusing the club of breaking promises, and said his comments “don’t benefit anyone”.