It's been a busy old day with the Alexander Isak bid rejected by Newcastle United and then news that Liverpool are pulling away from the transfer. Whether that happens or not remains to be seen - Isak is certainly unsettled and the fear will be that he tries to force through a move now.

Newcastle’s rejection of Liverpool’s bid highlights their determination to retain Alexander Isak, a vital asset for their Champions League campaign.

Isak was left out of the Newcastle squad for their pre-season tour of Asia as he wants to explore a move away - despite the club qualifying for this season's Champions League. The bid from Liverpool has been lodged while Isak trains alone at former club Real Sociedad,