Newcastle striker Isaac is the player Liverpool wants to introduce, but the "Magpies"'s tough stance has led to the deal not being positive. Newcastle coach Eddie Howe responded to media reports that Isaac was told by the club that he would leave the team.

Eddie Howe said: "No, I'm not aware of this. Although I don't have all the participants in the discussion, I really haven't heard of it."

Regarding the possibility of players leaving the team and signings, Eddie Howe said: "What I want is the players who really want to play for this club."