Newcastle United have turned down a formal bid from Liverpool for star striker Alexander Isak, according to The Athletic.Isak has expressed a desire to leave Newcastle this summer, although the

Newcastle United have rejected an opening offer from Liverpool for striker Alexander Isak. The Magpies value the Sweden international at about £150m, with the Reds' offer falling below that figure. There has been no confirmation as to the level of Liverpool's bid but there are reports it is worth £110m plus add-ons.

Newcastle United have rejected a formal offer from Liverpool for striker Alexander Isak, it has emerged. Liverpool made an informal approach to Newcastle last month to express an interest in signing Isak for around £120 million ($158.6 million), but the Magpies wasted little time in shooting down the proposal.