Alexander Isak’s recent statement accusing Newcastle of reneging on promises has been met with criticism, deemed “unfounded.” The ongoing saga surrounding Isak’s future at Newcastle may see a resolution before the transfer deadline on Monday evening.
The turmoil began when Newcastle rejected a substantial £110 million bid from Liverpool earlier this month. Isak expressed his desire to leave St James’ Park, training separately from his teammates and being omitted from the squad for the initial fixtures of the season.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, the 25-year-old Swede claimed the club had failed to uphold their end of the deal, possibly regarding a new contract or exploring transfer opportunities. Despite Newcastle’s efforts to persuade him to stay with an improved offer, Isak remains steadfast in his decision to depart.
Newcastle has secured the £65 million signing of Nick Woltemade from Stuttgart as a potential replacement for Isak. Liverpool is rumored to be preparing a record-breaking offer of around £130 million for the striker.
Sports agent Sky Andrew criticized Isak’s representation for their handling of the situation, highlighting potential conflicts of interest. He emphasized the importance of formal agreements in the multi-billion-pound industry and questioned the agent’s role in Isak’s decision-making process.
Manager Eddie Howe denied making promises to Isak regarding a transfer away from Newcastle. Despite fan backlash and ongoing speculation, Liverpool has indicated they will not submit a further bid for Isak before the transfer deadline.
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