Newcastle boss Eddie Howe makes Alexander Isak claim ahead of Erling Haaland showdown - The in-form Isak will face Haaland this weekend and Newcastle boss Howe has declared who he would prefer to have

Eddie Howe has warned it is imperative Newcastle United keep Alexander Isak as he moved to ward off any potential suitors thinking about bidding for the striker in the summer.

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak has been linked with a move to Arsenal in recent weeks and Magpies boss Eddie Howe has been discussing his future

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game at Manchester City (kick-off 15:00 GMT). Here are the key lines from his news conference: Anthony Gordon is back in contention after "responding well to treatment" on his thigh injury. He has trained well this week without any problems.

Newcastle United should be boosted by the return of winger Anthony Gordon for this weekend's Premier League match with champions Manchester City, who are still the side to beat despite their drop in form,