Liverpool in tactical move to net Isak

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Merseyside and has been using the training facilities at former club Real Sociedad while his teammates are on a preseason tour of Asia after missing the trip with a minor thigh injury.

The 25-year-old risks alienating the St James’ Park fans despite reassurances from manager Eddie Howe that he still has the full support of the club.

If the relationship sours then that would crank up pressure on the Tyneside club to allow Isak to get his wish to join the Reds.