Eddie Howe admits Alexander Isak situation is ‘far from ideal’

Alexander Isak is not with Newcastle on their Asian tour (Owen Humphreys/PA)

Eddie Howe admits the Alexander Isak situation is “far from ideal” but still hopes to see the unsettled star back in a Newcastle shirt after confirming the club rejected an offer from Liverpool.

The 25-year-old Swede, one of the hottest properties in world football, has had his head turned by the Premier League champions’ interest this summer.