The striker has been struggling with injury issues in recent weeks and with Lewis Hall, Sven Botman and Anthony Gordon ruled out of the Carabao Cup final, Isak's involvement will be key.

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has dismissed injury fears surrounding Alexander Isak ahead of their Carabao Cup final against Liverpool. However, the English tactician has confirmed that defender Sven Botman will be out for a period of time.

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe delivered some positive news after the Magpies suffered injury blows to Lewis Hall and Sven Botman ahead of their Carabao Cup final clash next week

Eddie Howe has confirmed that defender Sven Botman will miss next week's Carabao Cup final against Liverpool. The Dutchman suffered a major knee injury last term and, after recovering in January, it was hoped the issue was behind him.

Newcastle’s preparation for the Carabao Cup final has been disastrous so far, with Sven Botman set to undergo knee surgery and fellow defender Lewis Hall having already been ruled out for the remainder of the season with a foot injury sustained against Liverpool last month that also needs an operation.

Newcastle striker Alexander Isak is a target for Liverpool and Arsenal, but the Magpies are refusing to quote a price, insisting he's not for sale.

Liverpool are on the hunt for a new striker - but it may not be Alexander Isak after all. Liverpool want to sign a new striker. Anfield Watch understands that the Reds plan a major overhaul of their attack in 2025,