Liverpool and Newcastle Set for Fierce St James’ Park ClashAs Liverpool prepare to travel to Newcastle on Monday night, the latest episode of Molby On The Spot with Trev Downey and Jan Molby

Newcastle are under pressure to sign a new striker this summer. Callum Wilson was released following the expiration of his contract, but Eddie Howe’s side were forced to start the season without a recognised centre forward after Isak began his own protest over his desired move to Liverpool.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has been speaking to the media before Monday's Premier League game against Newcastle United at St James' Park. Here are the key lines from his news conference:

Alexander Isak's transfer saga at Newcastle has taken over the summer, ESPN takes a look at all the major points surrounding his situation so far.

It did not take long for Newcastle to respond, questioning Isak’s claims and ending with insistence that the Sweden striker will be “welcomed” back into the squad when he feels ready to return.

South African fly-half Boeta Chamberlain is the latest recruit for Newcastle Red Bulls ahead of the new season.

Former Premier League star Wayne Rooney made his thoughts clear on Isak's future at Newcastle. Speaking on his BBC podcast, The Wayne Rooney Show, the former player said, "If I'm a Newcastle player, I don't want Isak back.