Overview

• 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.