CARROLL BASKING IN GLORY

THE last time a Newcastle striker secured a big-money switch to Liverpool, he also netted on his previous outing against the Reds.

- BY RYAN TAYLOR

Alexander Isak, who has done everything within his power to get his dream switch to Anfield, scored in Newcastle's historic Carabao Cup Final triumph over Liverpool at Wembley in March.

The wantaway Swede also fired home a stunner in a dramatic 3-3 draw with Arne Slot's men last December at St James’ Park.

Back in 2010, Andy Carroll was also on target for the Magpies against Liverpool just a matter of weeks before moving to Merseyside.

The buildup to the firecracker contest had also been dominated by off-field controversy.