When Newcastle United host Liverpool on Monday night, the focus will be on a player who won’t set foot on the pitch.

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak has made no secret of his desire to leave St. James' Park this summer, but the 25-year-old has already been shown how he can return to the fold

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe remains hopeful Alexander Isak can be reintegrated into the squad, despite the disgruntled striker saying his relationship with the club cannot continue in an explosive midweek post on social media.