As unlikely as it may seem, the relationships at the heart of the transfer saga that has dominated the summer can be traced all the way back to Portsmouth in the early 2000s, when Alexander Isak was just a toddler.

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak is training away from the club's first team after Eddie Howe made the decision following the striker making it clear that he wants a transfer

N ewcastle United manager Eddie Howe has admitted the situation surrounding Liverpool target, Alexander Isak, has been a big challenge for him during pre-season. The Reds saw a £110million bid for the striker turned down by Newcastle earlier this month.