Newcastle United's wantaway striker Alexander Isak will not be in the squad when they host Premier League champions Liverpool on Monday, said boss Eddie Howe, who called the tense standoff a "lose-lose" situation.

Newcastle United are set to host Liverpool in the Premier League on Monday, and the fixture has added spice due to the ongoing Alexander Isak transfer saga.

Newcastle United are preparing for Liverpool to return with a new bid for Alexander Isak over the coming week, as TEAMtalk sources reveal the latest on the summer transfer window's biggest talking point.

A versatile forward who can play up front, off the striker or even out wide, Alvarez could make a difference for Liverpool in a number of roles. Atletico signed Alvarez last summer, paying up to £82million to sign the forward from Argentina, as reported by Sky Sports.

Transfer news LIVE!The summer window has been handed two huge twists as it enters its final stretch. Arsenal re-entered the transfer market after Kai Havertz picked up a knee injury, the severity of which remains unknown,

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has kept transfer speculation surrounding Alexander Isak at arms’ length as he responded to a question about the Newcastle United striker’s future.

The Premier League weekend closes with a fascinating clash at St James’ Park as Newcastle United take on Liverpool on Monday evening. This fixture rarely fails to deliver drama and, given the transfer saga surrounding Alexander Isak,

Various reports have suggested Alexander Isak could trigger FIFA’s Article 17 clause to force a Newcastle United exit.