Alexander Isak bombshell as agent drops 35-word Newcastle United transfer hint
Newcastle United have made it clear they have no intention of selling prized asset Alexander Isak.
Alexander Isak’s agent has revealed they are "analysing all options” amid intense speculation regarding his future.
Eyebrows were raised when the Swede was left out of Newcastle United’s squad for Saturday’s 4-0 defeat to Celtic. Isak is fit and had been training in Austria last week but did not even make the bench at Parkhead.
Eddie Howe poured further fuel on the fire by telling reporters he sent Isak home due to the reported interest. The 25-year-old travelled to Glasgow and, as it stands, will go to Singapore next week.
Eddie Howe comments on Alexander Isak
"It was my decision,” Howe said when asked about Isak. “He travelled to Glasgow with us but I decided to send him home due to the speculation around him. The last thing he wanted was to be sitting in the stand watching - that wasn't fair to him. But I'm confident he will be a Newcastle player come the end of the window."
Alexander Isak agent drops transfer hint
For the first time this summer, Newcastle fans have been given an inkling into what Isak is thinking. Speaking to Saudi Arabian newspaper Arriyadiyah, his agent, Gonzalo Gaitan, discussed how a decision on Isak’s future could be close.
A brief - but important - quote has given clarity to the shot-callers at St James’ Park. He said: “We are indeed studying and analysing all options and we may be close to finalising the next step for the player, without revealing any details regarding whether Alexander Isak will transfer or stay with Newcastle.”
Liverpool have been heavily linked with Isak and made a cheeky enquiry last week. This was rejected by the Magpies, with Anfield chiefs soon moving on to Hugo Ekitike.
Various sources have suggested Saudi Pro League clubs could make a move for Isak. NewcastleWorld has received no information confirming these links but Gaitan speaking to a Middle Eastern outlet does beg the question.
Darren Eales on Alexander Isak
Toon CEO Darren Eales refused to entertain the idea of selling Isak earlier this year. He told reporters: “We’re not under the gun to sell any of our key players - it would be crazy to consider it.
“They’re all under long-term contracts. “We know he’s a world‑class player and others covet him. But it’s annoying because it’s almost as if we’re seen as a club in the next category down and it’s fair game to talk about our players leaving.”