Newcastle United: Alexander Isak Finally Breaks Silence on Liverpool Transfer Saga
- Alexander Isak has contributed 62 goals in 109 appearances for Newcastle United since he joined in 2022
- The former Real Sociedad striker is one of the most sought-after players this summer transfer window
- Alexander Isak has disclosed the unsettling reason behind his decision to end his time at Newcastle United
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Alexander Isak has broken his silence on the ongoing transfer dispute with Newcastle United, declaring that his time with the club has come to an end.
The Swedish striker has made it clear he is pushing for a move to reigning Premier League champions Liverpool this summer and believes he has already played his final match in a Newcastle shirt.
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His absence from Tuesday’s PFA Awards, where he was named in the Team of the Year, further raised eyebrows. Speaking in the aftermath of the announcement, Isak issued a direct and unequivocal statement regarding the growing standoff between himself and Newcastle, who were alos interested in Benjamin Sesko, the newly-signed Manchester United striker.
This summer, the former Real Sociedad striker opted out of Newcastle’s pre-season tour of Singapore and South Korea, citing a thigh injury, despite scans showing no clear issue.
He then spent a week training in isolation at his former club, Sociedad, an arrangement that manager Eddie Howe reportedly only discovered through media reports.
More recently, Isak has continued to train alone at the club’s facilities following the squad’s return. He was notably left out of a team social event, a club barbecue, after declining Howe’s efforts to bring him back into the group.
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Why does Isak wants to leave Newcastle?
The highly-rated footballer claims key promises were not upheld, leading to a breakdown in trust. In his view, the relationship has reached a point where it can no longer continue, and a change would be the best outcome for all parties involved.
As covered by the Guardian, Alexander Isak also expressed pride at being named in the 2024/25 PFA Premier League Team of the Season, acknowledging the support of his Newcastle United teammates and staff.
In a statement posted on social media, he explained his absence from the awards ceremony, citing ongoing tensions behind the scenes.
Regarding his future, he noted that he had remained silent for some time while others shaped the public narrative, suggesting that key details of private discussions had been misrepresented in recent reports.
Isak also stated that the club, who recently honoured late midfielder Cheick Tiote, had been aware of his stance for some time and suggested that presenting the situation as a recent development was misleading.
What is the price tag on Alexander Isak?
According to the Telegraph, Newcastle United have placed an asking price of over £150m on their superstar forward.
Since joining the Magpies in 2022, the 25-year-old has continued to impress, scoring 62 goals in 109 appearances this season, including 54 strikes in the Premier League.
Isak’s impressive form has also attracted interest from Premier League rivals Arsenal and Chelsea, while European giants Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Paris Saint-Germain are also reportedly monitoring his situation.
Isak celebrates Carabao Cup
YEN.com.gh previously covered Alexander Isak’s unique Carabao Cup celebration after Newcastle United’s 2-0 victory over Liverpool.
The ex-Real Sociedad man played a crucila role to help the Magpies to their first-ever Football League Cup triumph, with Isak scoring his team's second goal.
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