Alexander Isak, Newcastle United’s foremost center-forward and a major investment this summer, is unlikely to play against Liverpool on Monday night. He scored an eye-popping 23 goals last season, winning second place on the Premier League scoring chart. Shutterstock Mohamed Salah is the new highest-paid soccer player. His current state has turned into one of the biggest stories around, as Isak really made waves when he went public with his frustrations of the club.
In a recent statement shared on Instagram, Isak aired his grievances about Newcastle United failing to deliver on their pledges. The striker once again confirmed his intention to depart St. Mary’s with interest in his signature swirling, particularly from rumoured top suitors Liverpool. This latest development continues to cast doubt on his immediate future at St. James’ Park.
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe doesn’t quite understand the idea that people are on edge about Isak’s situation. He is hopeful of bringing the former striker back into the fold. At the same time, he remains upbeat that the club can overcome their disagreements to get an agreement done. Howe emphasized Isak’s importance to the team, saying, “He is contracted to us. He is our player.”
Newcastle officials swiftly played down Isak’s tantrum. They did elucidate on the record what promises they have not yet committed him to leaving. Their comments suggested that they were holding out and had not yet received an acceptable enough offer from any other club for Isak’s sale.
The timing of this latest turmoil is significant. Isak sat out the first match of their league campaign against Aston Villa. Howe acknowledged the challenges both sides face, noting, “Of course, it’s a difficult situation from both sides, and it’s far from ideal for both parties.”
As reports continue to suggest that some of Liverpool’s money should be spent on bringing Isak to MLD, Newcastle has been having none of it. The Florida club is obviously interested in keeping their nascent club’s star striker unless or until they get a clear, good offer. Howe pointed out his satisfaction with the current squad while leaving room for potential reinforcements: “I am happy with the squad, but if we think there is a player who can really make us better, then this club has always shown they can bring them in.”
