Alexander Isak is at war with Newcastle as he looks to force through a move to Liverpool, with Magpies legend Alan Shearer left stunned by the striker's actions

The historic rivalry between Sunderland and Newcastle began in 1888 but has only occurred occasionally in recent seasons

Former Newcastle captain Alan Shearer believes wantaway striker Alexander Isak has poured “flames on the fire” of his stand-off with the Magpies by accusing the club of breaking promises, and said his comments “don’t benefit anyone”.

Alexander Isak may have burned his bridges at Newcastle, with club legend Alan Shearer and Wayne Rooney at odds as to whether he can make a return to Eddie Howe's squad

Alan Shearer has advised Alexander Isak to ‘sack’ his agent after causing a ‘very messy’ situation for the player and Newcastle United.

Alexander Isak is desperate to leave Newcastle for Liverpool, but the Magpies are refusing to part ways with their talisman.

Alan Shearer has hit back at a fan who questioned his differing stance on the futures of Alexander Isak and Trent Alexander-Arnold, insisting the two situations are incomparable

On that, Shearer once named the ‘really nice’ Manchester United icon that he ‘hated’ during his career. They were certainly stern words from the striker-turned-pundit – but it all starts to make sense when reflecting on his record against the shot stopper.

Match of the Day's Alan Shearer analyses the performance of Arsenal's new striker Viktor Gyokeres, who scored twice in the Gunners' 5-0 win over Leeds.

The ex-striker feels that, despite Alexander Isak's absence on Monday, there will be plenty of goals at St. James Park.