Newcastle firmly reaffirmed that Alexander Isak, his Swedish striker valued at 120 million pounds sterling (around 138 million euros), is not for sale, whatever the amount offered. This decision follows an approach to Liverpool, title champion in the Premier League, for the top scorer of the Magpies last season with 27 goals in all competitions. However, the ISAK clan remains upset by the absence of an extension or salary revaluation, despite promises made a year ago by the former Newcastle. This context of uncertainty has rekindled the interest of Liverpool, who follows the file closely, and who hopes to take advantage of the dead end to attract the player in his ranks according to the Sun. But in parallel, the Reds disturbed Newcastle plans by starting advanced discussions with Hugo Ekitike (Frankfurt).
On the side of Newcastle, President Yasir al-Rumayyan fully supports Eddie Howe in the idea of refusing to give in Isak, even for a record sum. Former sports director Paul Mitchell had paused the contractual negotiations, believing that the player was already very well paid. Despite Mitchell's departure, the situation remains unchanged and it remains uncertain that Isak wishes to engage in the long term. To try to convince him, the club would be ready to enhance his salary. For the moment, the Swedish is on pre-season internship in Austria with the rest of the team.
