Wayne Rooney tears into Alexander Isak for forcing move from Newcastle to Liverpool as legendary striker offers up Man Utd advice

Reported by Mail Sport, Rooney spoke as a pundit on Match of the Day about the current situation surrounding Isak, claiming the Swede is not going about things in "the right way". Rooney added that it may be difficult for Isak to reintegrate himself into the Magpies squad should he be forced to stay at St James' Park.

Rooney likened the scenario to one that he faced himself during his Manchester United career. The United and England legend submitted a transfer request in the 2010-11 season after a falling-out with Sir Alex Ferguson, but eventually had a U-turn and decided to stay at Old Trafford. As a man with first-hand experience, Rooney does not believe Isak is acting in the right way as he pushes for a move.

Rooney said: "The fact that he's refusing to come in and train, it's going to be very difficult for him to come back in. There's a trust element there; he's going about it the wrong way. Maybe he's getting advised wrongly.

"But also for the team who's trying to sign him, in this case it looks like Liverpool, you have to wonder, is this the sort of player you want, who's going to desert his team-mates and a huge football club. It's a good opportunity, but it has to be done in the right way.

"There's the right way to do it and the wrong way. And I've been there myself when I've asked Manchester United to leave."

Isak remains a Newcastle player for the moment and will likely remain that way until the Magpies can bring in a suitable replacement. Eddie Howe's side face Liverpool next up in what will no doubt be a fiery encounter. Even if Isak himself plays no part, he will certainly be at the centre of it.