Alexander Isak did not fly out to Asia with his teammates on Thursday before reports surfaced that his representatives had told the Newcastle United hierarchy of his desire to explore his options this summer. Liverpool have been heavily-linked with signing the Swedish international, but Newcastle’s stance remains that he is not for sale.

With five weeks to go until the draw, why Newcastle United need to be shrewd in planning the Champions League squad this season (and what can be done to mitigate the situation). (ED: This article was written before Thursday’s Alexander Isak headlines)

Former Newcastle midfielder Kevin Nolan has voiced his concern at the ongoing speculation surrounding Alexander Isak’s future. The Swede has attracted interest from Premier League champions

Newcastle head to the Far East to face Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur with Eddie Howe cautious about early judgements

NEWCASTLE UNITED’S pre-season campaign got off to a bitterly disappointing start as they lost 4-0 to Celtic at Parkhead.

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has repeated his desire for incoming transfers, but are fans right to be concerned over a lack of squad depth?

Here are the talking points as Celtic thrashed English Premier League side Newcastle United in a keenly contested preseason friendly at Celtic Park.