Howe has admitted his and Newcastle's "wish" for Isak after a Sky Sports reporter revealed the factors that are further driving the super Swede's ambitions to secure a blockbuser move to Liverpool

TBR Football can exclusively reveal that Alexander Isak is now missing from Newcastle training as Liverpool prepare a record bid. The Sweden international pulled out of Newcastle’s pre-season tour in Asia last week, and withdrew from training altogether due to a minor thigh problem.

Eddie Howe has said that Alexander Isak's future at the club is not fully in his control as speculation surrounding his star striker continues to grow.

Liverpool are set to make an official move for Newcastle striker Alexander Isak after he reportedly agrees five-year contract at Anfield

Newcastle United potentially face having any transfer fee they receive for Alexander Isak capped by the Premier League following a fair market value assessment.

Isak helped Newcastle United return to Champions League play and win the EFL Cup while scoring 27 goals and assisting six more in all competitions last season, and that would be a massive addition anywhere that he would potentially land if he does leave the club.

Eddie Howe has admitted that Alexander Isak’s Newcastle United future is not in his “full control”. The Sweden international has made clear he wants to leave the club this summer with Liverpool previously communicating their interest in a move for the 25-year-old.

A journalist has a “sneaky feeling” on the outcome of the Alexander Isak saga as Liverpool are pursuing his signature for two key reasons. Liverpool have already made a significant statement in this summer’s transfer window as they have invested around £260m on six signings.