Overview

• Alexander Isak used an Instagram statement to accuse Newcastle of breaking promises, saying the relationship "can't continue" and that he wants a change.
• Newcastle issued an official response saying he remains under contract, no club official promised a summer exit, and the conditions for any sale have not been met.
• The 25-year-old has been training away from the first team, missed pre-season and the 0-0 opener at Aston Villa, and skipped the PFA awards despite being named in the Team of the Season.
• Liverpool’s earlier offer of around £110m was rejected, with reports placing Newcastle’s valuation up to £150m and suggesting any deal is unlikely before Monday’s Newcastle–Liverpool match.
• Reports indicate Newcastle would only entertain a sale after landing striker reinforcements—potentially two—having so far failed with moves for options such as Hugo Ekitike, Benjamin Sesko, Joao Pedro and Yoane Wissa.