Liverpool’s attempt to sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle would appear to be at an impasse. The Reds would love to have the Sweden forward on board before the transfer deadline but right now he is

"What has happened is awful yet it is only a few months ago that United won the Carabao Cup to make history through the success of two goalscorers. Dan Burn went on to play for England and will be a Geordie hero for the rest of his life while Isak wants to scuttle off to join the beaten finalists.

When Newcastle United host Liverpool on Monday night, the focus will be on a player who won’t set foot on the pitch.