The tension will be palpable on Tyneside come Monday evening as Newcastle prepare to welcome Premier League champions Liverpool to St James' Park.

As if being the best team in the land last season wasn't enough, and a major set of summer signings to boost their squad, the Reds are still on the trail of Newcastle's wantaway striker Alexander Isak.

The Swedish frontman will play no part in this game, but his name will be on every mind as these teams tussle in what should be a lively clash in front of the Sky Sports cameras with a 20:00 start.

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