Liverpool are plotting an opening bid for Alexander Isak after receiving “the green light” over their move for the Newcastle striker. Eddie Howe admitted on Tuesday that Isak’s future is not in his “full control” and fresh reports claim Liverpool are ready to open formal talks with Newcastle about a deal.

The latest Liverpool transfer news as the striker was left out of the Newcastle squad for their pre-season tour of Asia amid reported interest from the Reds.

Alexander Isak is considering his options which could see him leave Newcastle as Liverpool circle for the Swedish star, who has been told that the Magpies are well within their rights to make him stay