Alexander Isak Wants Newcastle Exit But Club Denies Transfer Plans Amid Liverpool Interest
So, Alexander Isak’s “minor thigh injury” has magically ruled him out of Newcastle’s pre-season tour of Asia. Sounds believable, right? Well, not according to Alan Shearer and let’s be honest, when the club’s all-time top scorer calls it “ridiculous,” you know something’s up.
Here’s what’s really going on: Isak reportedly wants to explore a move away from St James’ Park this summer. Despite being Newcastle’s golden boy last season, 27 goals in 42 appearances, the Swedish striker was absent from their 30-man squad that travelled for pre-season games in Singapore and South Korea.
Officially, it’s because of an injury. Unofficially? Europe’s big boys are circling, and Isak might be ready for a new challenge.
Liverpool still sniffing around
Even after splashing £69 million on Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt, Liverpool aren’t done yet. Sources say the Reds are still very much interested in Isak, who has quietly been open to the idea of taking the next step in his career.
And it’s not just them. Other top clubs are monitoring the situation closely, because who wouldn’t want a 6’4″ forward who can dribble like a winger and finish like a poacher?
Eddie Howe’s poker face
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe insists Isak is “happy at the club” and “absolutely” a part of their plans. He even said he’s confident Isak will be a Newcastle player at the start of the season, although, tellingly, added that it’s “difficult to give 100% clarity on any player.”
Translation? The door’s not shut. Not even close.
Shearer’s no-nonsense verdict
Alan Shearer didn’t hold back. Calling the injury excuse “ridiculous,” he blasted the club’s communication:
“They should have just told the truth straight away… If someone is prepared to pay north of £150m, and if he really, really wants to go, you can’t stand in his way.”
Hard to argue with that. Shearer knows a thing or two about high-profile striker moves, and he’s right. If Isak’s heart is set on leaving, keeping him might just cause more disruption than it’s worth.
What next?
Newcastle have reportedly rekindled interest in Brentford’s Yoane Wissa and were even rejected in a £70m bid for Ekitike before Liverpool swooped. That tells you they’re already preparing for life after Isak, even if they won’t say it out loud.
The Magpies will face Arsenal in Singapore, followed by games in South Korea against the K-League All-Stars and Tottenham. But the real match is off the pitch, convincing Alexander Isak to stay. Or, failing that, securing a nine-figure payday.
Because whether it’s an “injury” or ambition, one thing’s clear: this saga is only just getting started.
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