Alexander Isak is set for showdown talks Eddie Howe this week after returning to the Newcastle training ground. Isak was at the Newcastle training ground on Monday after returning from Spain, as he waits on a second bid for Liverpool after their £110million offer was rejected.

Liverpool have been handed a major boost in their quest to sign Alexander Isak after a trusted journalist revealed the striker has “probably played his last game for Newcastle” and with the striker’s actions over the last week forcing Eddie Howe to pursue his replacement with such “gusto”.

Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has revealed his true feelings regarding Alexander Isak 's future at the club after the striker returned to training. Isak has made it clear in recent weeks that he is keen to explore options elsewhere amid interest from Liverpool, subsequently missing the club's pre-season tour of Asia.