Alexander Isak was left out of Newcastle’s squad for its opening game of the Premier League season at Aston Villa.

As the Alexander Isak transfer saga rolled into the new Premier League campaign, Alan Shearer appeared to extend an olive branch to the wantaway Newcastle ace.

Portuguese is being valued by the 'magpies' and they consider it a great option in case the Swede ends up leaving

Newcastle dominated the first-half, although neither side broke the deadlock. Anthony Elanga was played through on goal early doors, but his shot was saved. The visitors ended up having eight shots, while Villa did not trouble Nick Pope in the Newcastle goal once.

In a recent interview with Football Insider, former scout Mike Brown claimed that Liverpool are eyeing another move for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak this summer. Brown said, “Newcastle

Newcastle defender Dan Burn says Alexander Isak's transfer saga has brought the squad closer together. Isak is pushing to leave for Liverpool this month and was left out of today's squad for the trip to Aston Villa.

NO Alexander Isak – no goals. Newcastle drew a blank at Villa Park and the absence of the controversial Swede was plain to see. Eddie Howe’s side even had the advantage of playing against 10