Newcastle United have now told Alexander Isak he will not be sold this summer, ending any hope the striker had of joining Liverpool during the current transfer window, according to The Telegraph. The Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund ownership, who owns the club are determined to keep him at St James’ Park.

Liverpool have been warned Newcastle United's difficulty in completing transfer business could scupper their plans to sign Alexander Isak this summer. The Reds have targeted Isak to bolster their attacking options and had a £110million bid rejected by Newcastle earlier this month.

Liverpool continue to be linked with a blockbuster transfer for Alexander Isak but Newcastle remain adamant that they will NOT sell their star striker this summer