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Gary Lineker has confidently stated there's "not a chance" Alexander Isak will be seen at St James' Park for Newcastle United's game with Liverpool on Monday.
The Swedish international then expressed a desire to consider opportunities away from the north east, which was followed by Liverpool lodging an initial $148 million (£110 million) bid.
After Newcastle quickly turned down the offer, Isak found himself training in isolation, as per instructions from the club's hierarchy.
Earlier this week, Isak took to Instagram to end his silence regarding the ongoing saga, accusing his club of reneging on promises made in recent months and suggesting that parting ways would be the most sensible option.
With Newcastle preparing to welcome Liverpool for a Premier League showdown on Monday, there's been much conjecture over whether Isak will make an appearance at St James' Park to witness the match?
It's been a long summer for Alexander Isak.
Ekitike has hit the ground running at his new club, scoring in Liverpool's Community Shield match against Crystal Palace and bagging a goal in the 4-2 Premier League victory over Bournemouth last Friday.
While Liverpool hasn't yet come back with a better bid for Isak, rumours suggest it might before the transfer window ends on September 1
Earlier this week, Brentford turned down an offer from the club for Yoane Wissa, and while a second attempt hasn't been dismissed, it seems they're also eyeing Wolves' centre-forward, Jorgen Strand Larsen.
Wolves is keen to keep hold of the 25 year old, but a substantial offer from Newcastle could sway its decision
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