Dean Huijsen and Alvaro Carreras have been signed this summer, while Trent Alexander-Arnold is on a significant salary after arriving on a free transfer. It makes a move for Isak is unlikely, particularly with Xabi Alonso already having attacking options including Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr and Rodrygo.

Now that there is a real possibility of Newcastle losing Isak, the Magpies have started their search for a replacement and have identified Benjamin Sesko as their top transfer prospect in the role, according to The Athletic.

Alexander Isak asked to leave Newcastle, and clubs like Real Madrid and Liverpool are seen as potential destinations. The Magpies have insisted he isn't for sale.