Newcastle United are set to make a crucial decision regarding Alexander Isak, with manager Eddie Howe expected to meet the Swedish striker for the first time in two weeks. This comes amidst rumours of Benjamin Sesko favouring Manchester United over Newcastle, although no final decision has been communicated from the RB Leipzig star as yet.

Newcastle United will make a big decision on Alexander Isak today with Eddie Howe expected to come face to face with the Sweden striker for the first time in a fortnight.

The Sweden international missed the Magpies preseason tour of Singapore and South Korea due to 'minor thigh injury' which later transpired to confirmation of him asking to be left out. Isak has told Eddie Howe and the Newcastle hierarchy that he wants to 'explore opportunities away from the club this summer'.