Liverpool head to St James' Park on Monday for a clash with Newcastle United overshadowed by the ongoing transfer saga surrounding Alexander Isak. Meanwhile, Manchester City face an early test of their revival against Tottenham Hotspur, and Everton begin a new chapter at their 500 million waterfront stadium.
Alexander Isak is unlikely to feature when Newcastle meet Liverpool, the club he is pushing to join, with the striker's future hanging in the balance ahead of the transfer deadline.
The Magpies are refusing to sanction a move unless Liverpool match their 150 million valuation and a replacement can be secured. The Reds have already seen a 110 million bid turned down, despite spending 300 million this summer.