Alexander Isak has told Newcastle he is open to exploring a move away from Tyneside, according to the Daily Mail. The striker has been left at home as the Magpies jet to Asia, with the club citing a thigh injury. The new report states Isak has informed the club he is keen to explore an exit this summer, with Liverpool interest refusing to go away.

Their star striker wants a transfer. Not for the first time in living memory, Newcastle the club is holding back Newcastle the team

Eddie Howe has admitted Newcastle have a decision to make on Alexander Isak's future but reiterated his hope that the striker will stay at the club this season.