The ongoing uncertainty surrounding Alexander Isak’s future at Newcastle United has taken yet another dramatic turn — and it’s one that will have Liverpool supporters watching closely.
Reports suggest there’s still disagreement behind the scenes over whether Newcastle broke promises made to the Swedish striker. Isak has long believed the club were aware of his desire to leave during the summer transfer window, and now Eddie Howe’s latest admission only adds fuel to the fire.
🗣️ Howe admits discussions took place
Speaking to the press, the Magpies’ boss revealed: “Me and Alex had conversations towards the end of the season. Yes, I am not going to sit here and deny that. We had discussions about his future.”
That revelation seems to contradict Newcastle’s hardline stance in recent weeks, as the club painted the forward as unwilling to participate in pre-season.
🔥 A messy transfer window
The Magpies’ approach hasn’t exactly helped matters. Key targets have slipped through their fingers — João Pedro heading to Chelsea, Benjamin Šeško and Bryan Mbeumo joining Manchester United — leaving Newcastle scrambling to seal a deal for Brentford’s Yoane Wissa before the window shuts.
Meanwhile, Isak’s camp has grown increasingly frustrated at what they view as poor handling of the situation. Keeping him against his wishes might mean Newcastle retain a top-class striker, but it could also result in an unhappy player whose transfer value drops if his strike action drags on.
⚠️ What comes next?
The dilemma is clear: can Newcastle reintegrate a disgruntled star, or are they setting themselves up for bigger problems in the months ahead?
For Liverpool fans, who have long been linked with Isak, Howe’s comments will be seen as a major signal. If tensions continue to rise, the door for a shock move could swing wide open.
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