Eddie Howe says Alexander Isak could still play for Newcastle again

Isak will not be involved in Saturday’s Premier League opener at Aston Villa.

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has admitted Alexander Isak’s immediate future lies in his own hands (John Walton/PA)

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has admitted want-away striker Alexander Isak will determine whether or not he plays for the club again.

The 25-year-old Sweden international will not be involved in Saturday’s Premier League opener at Aston Villa after telling the club he wants to explore his options this summer, with Liverpool having had a £110million bid for the player rejected.