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But for a deal to seem realistic, the Reds need Newcastle United to click into gear.

According to The Telegraph, after missing out on Sesko, Newcastle will move for Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson.

Alexander Isak during a Newcastle United training session.

Most importantly for Liverpool, Newcastle would get a deal for a striker over the line.

"You have to earn the right to train with us," Howe told the Daily Mail earlier this week, speaking in South Korea before Newcastle returned to the UK after its pre-season tour.

"We are Newcastle United

No player can expect to act poorly and train with the group as normal."

Liverpool.com says: If Newcastle doesn't sign a replacement, then you can see why it would be reluctant to let Isak go
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