Eddie Howe concedes that Newcastle face a “lose-lose situation to a degree” regardless of what happens with the striker this summer.

Eddie Howe has put Newcastle chiefs in a difficult position with his latest comments on wantaway striker Alexander Isak. The forward is desperate to leave St James' Park and join Liverpool before the window closes next month. The Reds have already seen a £110million bid rejected by Newcastle, who are determined to avoid selling their prized asset.

Alexander Isak is Liverpool’s top striker target but Newcastle have failed to get a replacement and time is running out.