The absence of Alexander Isak from Newcastle United’s squad has sparked plenty of questions.

Isak reportedly repeated his decision two weeks before the end of last season, and again after the final game.

While Howe is said to still hope for a change of heart, sources close to the player suggest there is no turning back.

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Liverpool remain interested after seeing a £110 million bid rejected.

Newcastle’s valuation stands at £150 million, and they reportedly want two strikers lined up before making a sale — one to replace Isak and another to cover Callum Wilson.

Instead, missed transfer targets have left Newcastle in a difficult spot.

The risk now is being left with an unhappy player — or scrambling for signings in the final days of the window.

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