Overview

• Eddie Howe said he "can't ignore what has happened" and will let the situation "play out," signaling openness to a sale.
• Club reports indicate Howe and Alexander Isak have not spoken for around two weeks, with the striker continuing to train alone.
• Newcastle are finalising a club-record move for Nick Woltemade in the £65–69m range, a step seen as preparing for Isak’s departure.
• Howe has handed the matter to the owners, with Liverpool still linked and additional forward reinforcements being pursued before the window closes.
• Isak has alleged broken promises and a loss of trust, a claim Howe disputes as he prioritizes players who want to remain at the club.