Overview

• Isak was named to a 24-man Sweden squad for World Cup qualifiers against Slovenia and Kosovo on September 5 and 8.
• Sweden said he is due to join the national team in Stockholm on Monday, the final day of the transfer window.
• The forward has not featured in Newcastle’s first two Premier League matches and is training away from the senior group.
• Isak stated on social media that Newcastle broke promises over a potential exit, with Liverpool interest reported and a £110 million bid rejected as Newcastle’s valuation is said to be closer to £150 million.
• Coach Jon Dahl Tomasson called Isak a decisive player and said the situation is not perfect but affirmed the striker’s desire to be in the squad.