Despite this, Isak is keen to leave Newcastle and has been vocal about his desire to join Liverpool. The 25-year-old is widely regarded as one of the best players in the world, and Liverpool are willing to offer him a significant salary increase, more than double his current weekly earnings of £130,000. They also promise him a chance to win silverware next season.

Isak has been absent from Newcastle training due to a "thigh injury", but a meeting between the two clubs is scheduled to take place within the next 48 hours. This could confirm negotiations for the transfer.

Liverpool have already signed Hugo Ekitike, who was meant to be Isak's replacement at Newcastle. This has added to the Magpies' disappointment in what has been a difficult transfer window.

Liverpool's bid for Isak is expected to be around £100M, a significant sum but one that Newcastle may be willing to accept given Isak's desire to leave.