Newcastle’s Swedish forward Alexander Isak is not attending team training and also does not intend to take part in the first official matches of the new season. This situation has stirred up considerable buzz around the club: steps such as being absent in the preparation cycle and refusing to play are usually closely tied to the transfer topic — this time a similar picture is being observed.
According to the Daily Mail, the club officials have not yet taken any disciplinary measures against the player who is not observing order and discipline. That is, for now it is not an official fine or disqualification, but rather an attempt to keep the situation under control. At the same time, under internal rules, if such a situation drags on, it is natural that the team’s internal regulations will come into effect.
If Isak does not show up for the Premier League first-round match against Aston Villa scheduled for 16 August, Newcastle’s owners will apply a punishment to the striker. So, the date and time are specific: participation in the debut round is a benchmark test. If he does not take part, the likelihood of announcing a disciplinary measure will sharply increase.
For their part, the Magpies did not accept Liverpool’s offer of €138 million for Isak’s transfer. This is, in numbers, a huge fee, but in Newcastle’s assessment it is still not sufficient, or the proposal did not fit the strategy. Alexander himself wants to move to a champion team — it is said he is attracted by high goals, trophies and UCL ambition. The agents protecting his interests suggest that if the player makes concessions to Newcastle, the club will not let him go; that is, there is an attempt to open a path by holding a tough position in the talks.
As for the contract issue, the picture is also clear: Alexander Isak, who has represented Newcastle since 2022, has a current agreement running until the summer of 2028. This term gives both sides strong leverage: a long horizon means a high asset value, and the negotiation keys are multifaceted. The famous striker has so far scored 62 goals in 109 matches — Isak’s scoring efficiency clearly explains why demand is so high.
Zamin.uz conclusion: there are two scenarios on stage — first, return for the match against Aston Villa and soften the situation through an internal agreement; second, continue the firm position and set new offers in motion in the transfer window. In both cases, time is a factor — 16 August stands as a boundary. The intrigue is at its peak; the decision is in the hands of Isak, the club’s management and the market numbers.
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