Newcastle United

Al-Hilal over Liverpool?! Alexander Isak agrees to transfer talks with Saudi giants despite Reds' £120m interest in unsettled Newcastle striker

Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal have reportedly entered the race to sign Newcastle United star Alexander Isak. Al-Hilal, who are looking for a new forward, are ready to compete with Liverpool to secure a transfer for the Swedish striker. The club are reportedly preparing a massive €130 million (£112m/$151m) offer to convince the Magpies to part ways with Isak.

Chelsea, Man Utd & Liverpool annoy Newcastle with transfer business as Eddie Howe reacts to ‘frustrating’ failed pursuits of Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, Bryan Mbeumo & Hugo Ekitike

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has admitted to growing frustration in the transfer market after the Magpies missed out on multiple key targets to Premier League rivals, including Bryan Mbeumo, Liam Delap, Joao Pedro and Hugo Ekitike. While Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool have all been very active, Newcastle's transfer activity remains stifled due to financial restrictions.

'It's difficult for me' – Eddie Howe issues Alexander Isak update and confirms striker sent home from Celtic friendly due to speculation over blockbuster transfer for Newcastle striker

Alexander Isak's future at Newcastle United remains up in the air as he was left out of the squad for their pre-season friendly against Celtic at Parkhead. Manager Eddie Howe confirmed that the Swedish striker was deliberately withdrawn from the matchday squad as speculation around a potential move to Liverpool continues to gather pace.