Overview

• Alexander Isak posted that promises were broken and trust is lost, saying a move would be in the best interest of all parties.
• Newcastle issued an official response stating the player remains under contract, no summer exit was ever assured, and conditions for a sale are not in place.
• Isak has stopped training and was left out of the season opener against Aston Villa, as multiple outlets describe an ongoing strike.
• Multiple reports say Liverpool’s bids ranging from about €130 million to €162 million were rejected, with Newcastle’s price expectations reported near €174–177 million.
• Coverage cites prior talk of an improved contract complicated by financial-sustainability pressures, with Isak tied to Newcastle through 2028 and the window open until 1 September.