Isak has reacted angrily to the stance as he continues to push for a move to Liverpool, having decided earlier this year that he will leave the club this summer.

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has admitted want-away striker Alexander Isak is unlikely to feature in the opening game of the Premier League season at Aston Villa.

Newcastle have told Alexander Isak he will not be allowed to leave this summer, despite his ongoing desire to join Liverpool. The Sweden international has been at the centre of a long-running transfer saga after the Reds had a £110 million bid rejected earlier in the window.