Alexander Isak reaches verbal agreement in principle with Liverpool

The Newcastle attacker wants the move to Merseyside.

The league champions are 'in contact' with Newcastle United over a potential move, as the player has not joined up with the squad for pre-season.

Isak, one of the league's most prolific strikers, wants to make the move as early as possible this window.

The Swedish international enjoyed an exceptional season last term, both in the league and domestic cups.

In the Premier League, he bagged an impressive 23 times, whilst also scoring in the Carabao Cup final to defeat his now-suitors.

On Tuesday morning, Eddie Howe issued an update on the attacker's absence to the press:

"We do control what’s next for him and we’ve received no normal offer yet.

"My wish has always been that he stays and we him play again next year, but that's not in my full control."

Liverpool are preparing for their season curtain-raiser v Bournemouth on Friday August 15, beating Yokohama FM 3-1 earlier on Wednesday afternoon, courtesy of goals from Florian Wirtz, Trey Nyoni and Rio Ngumoha.

Having already signed highly-rated French striker Hugo Ekitike, the reigning champions spending spree is yet to stop as Arne Slot's Reds seek back-to-back titles.