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24 Aug 2025, 01:33

Newcastle will not remain without a striker in the event of Isaac's departure

  • The management of Newcastle asserts that a striker will be found.
  • Anthony Gordon may take on the role of central striker.
  • The club does not plan to go through the season without an experienced striker.

The management of Newcastle asserts that head coach Eddie Howe will not remain without an experienced striker, given the situation with Alexander Isak continues to develop in the summer transfer window.

On today's day, the club remains steadfast in its efforts to sign Liverpool's 25-year-old Swedish striker, taking into account his desire to stay with the team.

Following the departure of Callum Wilson and the absence of new arrivals, such as Joao Vitor from Brentford, Newcastle finds itself in a difficult situation.

When asked about the possibility of losing Isak without a new signing, Howe stated: "I don't think the club would allow such a situation. We simply cannot go through the season without a recognized striker, and this is not a slight against Willock Osula".

22-year-old Osula has not appeared on the field in Premier League matches since his transfer from Sheffield United for £10 million last summer. In the last match against Aston Villa, Gordon played as the central striker, and he will likely repeat this role in the upcoming match against Liverpool.

Howe commented on Gordon's performance: "He is an attacking player, and a very good attacking player. When we signed him, we knew he could play on the right, left, and potentially in the center". Howe emphasized that they cannot replace Isak, and Gordon needs to play in his style. "He created seven moments in the game, looked impressive, and it was a good game for him," added the coach.

Tags: Sport/Football/English Premier League

Articles on this topic:

  • www.independent.co.uk - Eddie Howe says Newcastle would not be left striker-light by Alexander Isak exit
  • www.theguardian.com - Howe insists Newcastle will not be left without a striker in event of Isak exit