Eddie Howe has left the door open for the player to re-integrate with the squad as he continues to hold out for a move to Liverpool

Newcastle's star striker is willing to do whatever it takes to leave for Liverpool, but if a move doesn't happen, he'll need a way back in favor.

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Alexander Isak is unlikely to attend PFA's award night, despite being nominated for the main award as his stand-off with Newcastle United continues. Isak is determined to join Liverpool this summer but the Magpies are unwilling to let him leave.

Alexander Isak has been defender by his national team coach who said 'Alex is a great guy and very professional' despite him going on strike.

Alexander Isak came in for criticism from sections of the Newcastle United travelling support on Saturday but fans were upset with certain coverage from Villa Park

Loyalty is a virtue, but in football, business comes first. Isak is now walking the rocky path previously taken by stars like Alexander-Arnold and Kane.

Sweden boss Jon Dahl Tomasson has leaped to Alexander Isak’s defence - insisting nobody has full knowledge of his situation. Isak sat out of Newcastle United’s pre-season tour of Asia and has been training alone since the squad returned to Tyneside a fortnight ago.