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17 Aug 2025, 15:48

Eddie Howe confirmed the door is open for Alexander Isak's return to Newcastle

  • Eddie Howe confirmed that Isak could return to the team
  • Fans expressed frustration due to Isak's absence in the match
  • Newcastle has not won any of the last six matches without Isak

This was reported by Sky Sports, Sky Sports.

The manager of Newcastle Eddie Howe stated that "the door for his return" for striker Alexander Isak remains open, despite the anger of fans. Isak was excluded from the squad for the Premier League match against Aston Villa, as he is eager to move to the club Liverpool. His absence was felt when the team played to a 0-0 draw, failing to capitalize on their chances.

Isak received a proposal from Liverpool for a sum of £110 million in sterling, but continues to train separately from the main team. After the match, players expressed their dissatisfaction, calling him "selfish." Howe emphasized that the club needs "clarity" in this situation, but the path to Isak's return is still open.

"Nothing has changed," Howe said, responding to a question about Isak's future. "He has to decide what he wants. We want a quick resolution and clarity, but this is delaying the team." In Isak's absence, Anthony Gordon played as a "false nine," but the team could not manage to start scoring.

According to experts, without Isak, Newcastle will struggle, as he is a key player who scored 23 goals in the previous Premier League season. In the last six matches without him, the team has not won a single game and has failed to score in four of the last games.

Tags: Sport/Football/English Premier League

Articles on this topic:

  • www.skysports.com - Alexander Isak 'door open' for Newcastle return, says Eddie Howe - but fans show anger at striker in Villa stalemate
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  • www.independent.co.uk - Eddie Howe: Others at Newcastle dealing with whether Alexander Isak faces fine
  • www.forbes.com - Newcastle United Sends Clear Alexander Isak Message But Issues Remain