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.

Liverpool remain in a position to sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle United this summer despite already committing more than half a billion pounds in transfer spending, according to a detailed

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.