Fabrizio Romano has shared an update on Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak's situation after his recent statement, amid interest from Liverpool, writing in his exclusive GIVEMESPORT newsletter.
Isak recently released a statement, with the Swedish striker being denied a move away from the club so far this summer transfer window. Liverpool's interest is well known, and Isak has now spoken out in an effort to give his side of the story, and he's confirmed that Newcastle have broken promises, suggesting that it's best for him to leave the club this summer.
Newcastle responded with their own statement, confirming that no club official has told Isak that he can leave St James' Park this summer, hinting that no 'promises' have been broken. The Magpies suggest that they want to keep their best players, and the 'conditions of a sale' have not been met so far in the summer transfer window.
Fabrizio Romano: Isak Update Amid Newcastle Statement
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Writing in his exclusive GIVEMESPORT newsletter, Romano has provided an update on Isak's situation and Liverpool's interest, after Newcastle and the Swedish striker both released statements on Tuesday night. The respected reporter confirms that it's still the same situation. Isak wants to join Liverpool, but Newcastle are remaining firm on their position.
"Still the same situation, as of now. Isak wants to go to Liverpool, Newcastle remain firm on their position. Soon will be time for decisions."
It's an incredibly difficult and awkward situation as it stands. If Newcastle are insisting that Isak won't be sold, then it will be interesting to see what happens after the transfer window closes. Isak won't be able to depart when the window closes, but there's no doubt he will want to play football during the 2025/2026 season.
There is a World Cup approaching in 2026, so Isak can't afford to be rotting in the reserves at Newcastle. If a move to Liverpool doesn't happen, then Isak will need to find a way to remain patient and get his head down for the rest of the season. To add more fuel to this ongoing saga, Newcastle's next game is against Liverpool on Monday night. It seems unlikely that Isak will be playing for either side, as there's no doubt if Newcastle are going to sell the Swedish striker, it won't be before the two sides go head-to-head.
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