Meanwhile, the Isak situation rumbles on, with the player and the board currently finding themselves at a bit of an impasse. Isak launched an assault on the club earlier this week when he released a statement accusing Newcastle of “breaking promises” regarding his future at the club.

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe remains hopeful Alexander Isak can be reintegrated to the squad despite the disgruntled striker saying his relationship with the club cannot continue in an explosive midweek post on social media.