Slot breaks silence on Isak, reveals Nunez departure 'maybe a few days away'
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has indicated that striker Alexander Isak is unlikely to feature in the Premier League season opener against Aston Villa.
Isak, who was the subject of a rejected £110m bid from Liverpool, has been training separately and has expressed a desire to explore his options.
Howe admitted that the club cannot simply refuse to sell Isak, despite valuing him closer to £150m, and acknowledged the situation has unsettled the squad.
Newcastle has experienced a challenging transfer window, missing out on several key targets, which has led to speculation regarding the Saudi Public Investment Fund's engagement.
Howe firmly denied any disengagement from the club's owners, assuring that they remain fully committed to the project.
### Alexander Isak set to miss Newcastle’s Premier League opener amid transfer speculation
Alexander Isak set to miss Newcastle’s Premier League opener amid transfer speculation
Alexander Isak set to miss Newcastle’s Premier League opener amid transfer speculation
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