Newcastle's latest pre-season defeat at least brought some positives. There was no Isak again but Elanga is off the mark

Alexander Isak has not been named in Newcastle's squad for their pre-season tour of Asia as speculation over his future continues to grow. The Mail - among others - have reported that Isak has told Newcastle he wants to explore a move away this summer. BBC Sport has contacted Newcastle for comment.

The Swedish goalscorer is the centre of a transfer storm and Eddie Howe has provided the latest on the situation as Liverpool spy a blockbuster deal.

Over at Newcastle, Eddie Howe faces the prospect of losing Alexander Isak – who is eager to leave amidst interest from Liverpool. Now, a striker the Magpies are looking at to potentially replace the Sweden international in Evann Guessand is close to joining Crystal Palace.

Newcastle United are exploring a move for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko following Alexander Isak’s request to leave the club, sources have confirmed to The Athletic. Sesko, 22, has long been on Newcastle’s radar,

Alexander Isak's wish to quit Newcastle can be traced back to summer 2024 with three factors now cited as reasons behind the Liverpool target's unhappiness.

According to reports, Newcastle United star Alexander Isak has ‘set a condition’ for him to ‘accept an offer’ amid interest from Liverpool. Earlier this week, Liverpool‘s chances of signing Isak improved as the striker informed Newcastle of his intention to ‘explore’ a move elsewhere this summer.

Newcastle have already been making attempts to strengthen their attack this summer – and question marks over Alexander Isak’s future mean the need for attacking additions could yet increase.Isak