Newcastle United have received a boost in their attempts to keep Alexander Isak - but it may result in missing out on Hugo Ekitike. Liverpool’s approach for Isak earlier this week was met with huge resistance by the Magpies,

Newcastle might be proceeding as normal, insisting they hope to partner Ekitike with Isak and remain unflustered by the Reds. But they have no control over what Liverpool do next as the Premier League champions weigh up their next move.