Liverpool's pursuit of Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak marks a major change from the club's approach to transfers over the last decade as they look to bring in the striker

Newcastle have hinted that Alexander Isak will not feature in their Premier League opener against Aston Villa amid interest from Liverpool. Isak’s future is uncertain at the moment as he is at the centre of a transfer saga after Liverpool saw an £110million offer rejected by the Magpies earlier in the month.

Liverpool could be given a second chance at signing Alexander Isak following this transfer update. The transfer deadline is quickly approaching and Liverpool don’t have long left to finalise any remaining summer deals. Their interest in Alexander Isak remains high but Newcastle United have made their stance on a sale clear.