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Alexander Isak’s future at Newcastle United has taken a fresh twist, with the striker still pushing for a move to Liverpool.

14, a number he has worn since his Borussia Dortmund days.

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The deadlock could soon break.

Newcastle are reportedly closing in on a deal to sign Jacob Ramsey from Aston Villa.

If that deal goes through, Newcastle may finally feel they have enough cover to sanction Isak’s departure.

For now, Howe has confirmed Isak won’t be part of the squad.

“I don’t know how long that will be for, but that’s the latest.”

Liverpool face Newcastle at St James’ Park on August 25 — and in a twist worthy of football drama, there’s still a chance Isak could be lining up for the visitors by then.

The ball, as they say, is in Newcastle’s court.

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