Alexander Isak has been linked with a stunning British record transfer to Liverpool in recent days, and his agent has now spoken out about the Newcastle striker's future

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe insisted that he was “confident” Alexander Isak would remain on Tyneside this summer, although he did reveal the telling impact of Liverpool’s very public pursuit of his striker.

Eddie Howe gives a clear explanation for Alexander Isak’s absence during Newcastle United’s 4-0 pre-season loss to Celtic.