Alexander Isak remains unavailable for selection for Newcastle heading into the start of the Premier League season amid ongoing uncertainty over the Sweden striker’s future at the club.Isak was the subject of a bid from Liverpool during the offseason and has been training away from the Newcastle squad,

Eddie Howe admits Newcastle striker Alexander Isak has control of his future with the club as Liverpool remain interested in signing the Sweden forward.Isak's stance had angered Newcastle fans and Howe hopes the striker realises how important the club has been in his development.

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe believes Alexander Isak would not be at the level he is today without the club’s support as he confirmed there has been “no change” over the transfer standoff. The wantaway Swede is said to have no desire to reintegrate into the team as he continues to force a move to Liverpool.