What started as whispers about Alexander Isak’s future at Newcastle has now erupted into a full-blown saga.
The Swedish striker has openly accused the club of breaking promises, while Newcastle insists nothing of the sort ever happened.
In the middle of it all, club legend Alan Shearer has stepped forward, and let’s just say, he hasn’t held back.
Shearer Slams Isak’s Agent
Shearer made it crystal clear that he believes Isak is being misled.
According to him, the striker’s agent has landed him in what he called a “complete mess.”
He argued that no top player should rely on verbal assurances in football, especially when they’ve signed a six-year deal without a release clause.
“Shearer’s advice? If he were in Isak’s shoes, he’d sack his agent immediately. In his view, the statement Isak put out hasn’t helped his cause—it’s only poured fuel on the fire.”
Refusing to Train and Pushing for a Move
The heart of the row is Isak’s refusal to train with his teammates.
His aim is clear: he wants a move to Liverpool.
Earlier this month, the Reds even tested Newcastle’s resolve with a £110 million bid—but the Magpies rejected it outright.
By staying away from training and putting out his social media statement, Shearer believes Isak has only made it harder to return to the dressing room if the deal doesn’t go through.
Newcastle’s Firm Stand
The club isn’t budging. Newcastle’s hierarchy insists they want to keep their best players and that no club official ever promised Isak an exit route this summer.
They did admit to listening to players’ wishes but stressed that any sale must align with the best interests of the team and fans—and that simply hasn’t been the case with Liverpool’s offer.
In fact, Newcastle released their own response, underlining that Isak remains part of their “family” and will be welcomed back when ready.
Isak’s Side of the Story
On Instagram, Isak broke his silence, saying he’d stayed quiet for too long while others “pushed their own version of events.”
He claimed promises were made behind closed doors, and those promises have now been broken.
For him, trust has been lost, and that’s why he believes change is the best option for everyone involved.
Fans’ Frustration Grows
Unsurprisingly, fans aren’t taking kindly to the situation.
Shearer summed up the anger perfectly, reminding everyone that players come and go, but the football club remains constant.
Supporters pay their money, buy their shirts, and pour their passion into the team, so when a player refuses to play, it cuts deep.
The Way Forward
Shearer sees only two ways out for Isak: apologise and reintegrate with the squad before the transfer window closes, or face the reality that his relationship with the club may never fully recover.
The longer this drags on, the messier it gets.
What Happens Next?
With the transfer window still open, Liverpool could yet return with an improved offer, but Newcastle’s stance looks unshakable unless they secure a replacement.
If Isak is still at St. James’ Park once the window shuts, the real question becomes—can he patch things up with the club and fans, or has the bridge already burned?
