Speaking before the match, manager Eddie Howe and defender Dan Burn addressed the media, fielding questions about the forward’s uncertain situation. Isak, who scored 27 goals across all competitions last season, has openly expressed his desire to leave the club this summer, amid strong interest from Liverpool.

Eddie Howe insists Newcastle United will not overpay for players, despite the “need” for new signings. Anthony Elanga is the only new signing so far as Newcastle head into the remaining five weeks of the summer transfer window still looking to strengthen multiple positions.

Newcastle United are reportedly close to adding Aaron Ramsdale to Eddie Howe's squad after missing out on the signing of James Trafford

Newcastle United are eager to leave no stone left unturned as Eddie Howe dropped a new transfer hint here in Seoul

Eddie Howe says his team has yet to receive an offer for Alexander Isak. The Newcastle manager met the media on Tuesday morning as part of the club's Asian tour.

Anthony Elanga, who scored at the Singapore National Stadium on his full debut, is Newcastle's only summer signing so far.

Alexander Isak has reportedly asked to leave Newcastle United, and Eddie Howe conceded he is not in full control of the striker's future.