Alexander Isak Excluded from Newcastle Team Event Organized by Eddie Howe, Directed to Train Independently After Teammates Depart
The ongoing transfer saga of Alexander Isak from Newcastle United to Liverpool remains unresolved, with the Magpies having rejected Liverpool's initial £110 million bid. The Toon Army are reportedly holding out for around £150 million for their star striker.
Isak, who has expressed his desire to join the Reds, has refused to extend his Newcastle contract. However, Newcastle has made it clear that they will not sell the Swedish international this summer.
Eddie Howe, Newcastle's manager, has confirmed that Isak is currently not part of the first-team activities. He stated that any player must earn the right to train with the Newcastle group, but he is not aware of any official decision to sell Isak.
Fabrizio Romano reports that while Newcastle has not closed the door, Liverpool's interest is "absolutely on, absolutely concrete and absolutely likely," indicating that the deal remains an open and active story.
In a strange turn of events, Isak was told not to attend a family gathering organised by Eddie Howe and was asked to report to the training ground after his teammates had already left, to train solo. He also missed Newcastle's Asia tour and was not part of the family day event held at the training ground.
The Reds could potentially make another offer for Isak if Newcastle manage to find a suitable replacement. Meanwhile, Newcastle have been linked with Brentford's Yoane Wissa as a potential replacement for Isak. However, Newcastle's top target, Benjamin Sesko, has opted to join Manchester United instead.
As the transfer window draws to a close, the future of Alexander Isak remains uncertain, with both clubs yet to reach an agreement. The saga continues, and fans of both clubs eagerly await the outcome.
[1] Sky Sports News, Keith Downie [4] Fabrizio Romano [5] The Athletic
Alexander Isak's football career with Newcastle United might still be up for debate, as Sky Sports News reports his desire to join Liverpool remains undeterred. Despite Newcastle's stance not to sell this summer, Liverpool's interest remains prominent, according to Fabrizio Romano. The transfer saga of Isak continues to unfold amidst the approaching transfer deadline.
