The Premier League champions have out-spent all comers this summer but came up $54 million short of Newcastle's asking price for Isak and have yet to return with an improved bid.The Reds also purchased one of the Magpies' preferred Isak replacements in Hugo Ekitike.

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has named an unchanged side after the 0-0 draw at Aston Villa on the opening day. New signing Jacob Ramsey is named on the bench for the first time after his move from Aston Villa. Newcastle XI: Pope, Trippier, Schar, Burn, Livramento, Joelinton, Tonali, Guimaraes, Elanga, Gordon, Barnes.

How to Watch and What to ExpectSt James’ Park hosts a fixture steeped in tension tonight as Newcastle United welcome Liverpool for a Premier League clash under the