Eddie Howe Declares Alexander Isak Indispensable to Newcastle's Future

The Newcastle manager emphasizes Isak's unique qualities and vows to resist transfer interest as comparisons with Erling Haaland arise ahead of their matchup.

Eddie Howe has stated he would not swap Alexander Isak for any striker, including Manchester City's Erling Haaland, highlighting Isak's unique skillset and importance to Newcastle United.
Isak, who has scored 17 goals and provided 5 assists in 22 league games this season, is central to Newcastle's attacking strategy and has drawn interest from clubs like Arsenal and Barcelona.
Newcastle plans to extend Isak's contract, which currently has over three years remaining, and values him at over £150 million, making a transfer unlikely this summer.
Howe stressed the importance of retaining top players like Isak to achieve both short-term and long-term success, while also aiming to strengthen the squad in upcoming transfer windows.
Saturday's Premier League match against Manchester City will feature a direct comparison between Isak and Haaland, two of the league's most prolific strikers this season.