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Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand says he doesn't want his old club to sign Ollie Watkins this summer — but only because he thinks that might stop Liverpool from bringing in Alexander Isak.

The Old Trafford side is exploring potential number nine options with the Aston Villa ace and RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko put forward as possible contenders for the role.

According to the Daily Mail, those are the two options for Ruben Amorim.

However, Ferdinand thinks that if Manchester United signs Watkins, that might open the pathway for Newcastle to get Sesko...

9, does that mean Isak stays at Newcastle and Liverpool don’t get Isak?

"Liverpool’s transfer window has been nothing short of exceptional so far.

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak.

My wish is that he stays, but that's not in my full control."

Asked whether Howe had discussed the Isak situation with the Newcastle hierarchy, Howe replied: "No, I haven't.

Liverpool.com says: It does feel like if Newcastle can get Sesko, that might pave the way for Isak to leave
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