Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak has made it known that he'd like to be traded to Premier League champions Liverpool, but his current club so far has refused a deal. Isak will remain on the sidelines for today's match between Newcastle and Liverpool at St.

The Reds head to the north-east to face the Magpies, with the Alexander Isak transfer saga still rumbling on between the two teams.

The saga recalls Barcelona's long wait to meet Liverpool's asking price for Philippe Coutinho, and will make St. James' Park a lively venue on Monday as the Magpies were already singing defiant songs regarding Isak away to Villa in a 0-0 Week 1 draw.