Newcastle is willing to impose a club fine on Alexander Isak if he fails to appear in the opening match of the Premier League season - with the striker keen to secure a move to Liverpool.

It comes as the forward has seemingly gone on strike.

The Swedish international is likely to face a fine as his refusal to play for the Magpies culminates in the clash against Aston Villa.

Newcastle initially stated that the forward was not up for sale, and it's not anticipated that the Reds will make another offer unless they're encouraged to do so.

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However, Isak isn't giving up on a potential move and has declared he won't play for Newcastle again, regardless of how events unfold in the coming weeks.

No fine has been issued despite his declaration that he won't play for the club.

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Alexander Isak wants to leave Newcastle United.

The Magpies are set to kick off their Premier League campaign with a trip to Aston Villa.

Isak's position is said to be unwavering, with concerns that any softening of his stance would only give Newcastle false hope of a resolution and scupper any chance of a transfer
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