Newcastle United's owners have allegedly warned Alexander Isak that he is not for sale under any circumstances this summer, leaving the Liverpool-linked striker 'furious'.
The saga surrounding the Sweden international is currently dominating the talk of the transfer window, and Liverpool have already failed with one Premier League-record approach worth £110m.
Isak was not part of the Magpies' pre-season tour squad amid the speculation surrounding his future, and Eddie Howe has admitted that he is unlikely to be involved at the start of the Premier League season as well.
The former Real Sociedad striker remains unwavering in his desire to secure a move to Liverpool, who are expected to come forward with a second offer if they believe that a deal is feasible.
However, Isak still has three years left to run on his contract at St James' Park, and according to The Telegraph, the club's owners have told him that he will be staying put this summer no matter what.
Isak left 'furious' as Newcastle owners maintain 'defiant' stance
Newcastle United's Alexander Isak pictured on May 25, 2025
In a 'show of defiance' from the Newcastle hierarchy, the 25-year-old has been informed that he will not be allowed to make his dream move to Liverpool, and he has been left apoplectic by their stance.
Owing to the 'acrimony' and 'tension' arising from the owners' message, Isak has been ordered to train away from the rest of his teammates, as the Scandinavian has been unable to accept the decision with 'good grace'.
Unless Isak comes to terms with the Magpies' decision, the striker will remain ostracised from the group, meaning that he could have played his last game for the club in the most extreme circumstances.
While Liverpool would lodge a second offer if they receive indication of Newcastle changing their stance, the report adds that such a scenario is 'extremely unlikely', even if the club can bring in another centre-forward.
The Magpies lost out to Manchester United in the race for Benjamin Sesko, whose arrival at Old Trafford was confirmed on Saturday morning, but they are now said to be exploring a move for Paris Saint-Germain's Randal Kolo Muani.
Will Newcastle's 'high-risk' Isak approach pay off?
Alexander Isak in action for Newcastle United on May 25, 2025
While having a 20-goal-a-season striker in the ranks is almost always a good thing, having a 20-goal-a-season striker in the ranks who simply does not want to be there is the furthest thing from a good thing.
Newcastle have every right to demand a nine-figure sum for one of the Premier League's most lethal marksmen, and Liverpool have already expressed a willingness to pay a division-record fee for his signature.
The player's will must be factored into the equation at some point, as there is the very real possibility of Isak refusing to play or indeed train in a bid to force a move away before the transfer window shuts.
Such tactics earned Viktor Gyokeres his move to Arsenal from Sporting Lisbon, and unless Isak can wrap his head around the decision, keeping him chained to the St James' Park gates may do more harm than good.
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