Ornery Newcastle United meet one of the objects of their summer derision when expectant Liverpool visit St. James' Park on Monday.

Liverpool’s defence of their Premier League crown faces an early stress test on Bank Holiday Monday, as Arne Slot’s side travel to St James’ Park to face Newcastle United under the lights. It is only August,

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has confirmed that wantaway striker Alexander Isak will once again be absent when Liverpool visit St James' Park.

Liverpool are increasingly confident of securing a deal for Newcastle striker Alexander Isak before the window closes, with a mammoth bid in the pipeline.

This Newcastle Vs Liverpool Bet Builder pays 9/1 with Bet365 . Isak's absence from Eddie Howe's line-up at Villa Park was evident, as the Magpies drew a blank against the home side, who had Ezri Konsa sent off in the 66th minute.

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The Molby On The Spot podcast captured the uncertainty but also the optimism around Liverpool’s trip to Newcastle. While questions remain over defensive compactness and squad integration, the emergence of Ekitike and the gradual return of Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister could stabilise the midfield.

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Eddie Howe wanted to line Hugo Ekitike up alongside Alexander Isak at Newcastle United but the latter could now yet join the former at Liverpool

Frimpong Ruled Out as Bradley Returns to TrainingLiverpool have been dealt a setback with Jeremie Frimpong confirmed to be sidelined until after the international break, though