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.

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.

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.

Arne Slot, fresh off a title-winning debut campaign, has already overseen a near-£300 million summer overhaul. The arrivals of Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez and Hugo Ekitike signal a clear intention to build a fast, dynamic and young squad capable of sustaining dominance.