April 30th 2024.
According to recent reports, Newcastle's star player Alexander Isak has been attracting interest from rival clubs Arsenal and Tottenham. However, former Newcastle legend Alan Shearer has strongly urged the club to do whatever it takes to hold onto Isak, stating that it would be "crazy" to let him go during this summer's transfer window.
Despite being sidelined with two separate groin injuries, 24-year-old Isak has managed to score an impressive 23 goals for Newcastle this season. He is widely regarded as one of the top strikers in the Premier League, when he is fit and in top form. However, there have been rumours that Isak might be on his way out of St. James' Park, with Arsenal and Tottenham reportedly preparing £100 million offers for the Swedish international.
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has been adamant that Isak is not for sale, and the club is currently working on a new contract offer to ensure that he remains with them beyond this season. While it is uncertain where Isak will be playing next season, one thing is for sure - Shearer hopes that he will stay with Newcastle, as he has been "absolutely magnificent" for the team.
Speaking on The Rest Is Football podcast, Shearer - the Premier League's all-time leading goalscorer - praised Isak as a "very good player" and a "modern day forward". Shearer also highlighted Isak's ability to run in behind defenders and use his speed to create scoring opportunities, as well as his intelligence in creating space for himself and his teammates.
Shearer firmly believes that Newcastle would be making a huge mistake by selling Isak, especially given the difficulty of finding reliable goalscorers in the current market. He also emphasized the importance of the fans' adoration for Isak and how it would be a "right kick in the knackers" if the club were to let him go.
There have been speculations that Newcastle might consider selling Isak in order to comply with the Premier League's financial regulations and balance their books. However, Shearer strongly disagrees with this notion, calling it "madness" and stating that Isak is worth an "absolute fortune".
Newcastle defender Dan Burn also echoed Shearer's sentiments, stating in a recent interview that Isak has "everything" in his arsenal and could go on to play for even bigger clubs. He also stressed the importance of the club holding onto their key players, with Isak being one of them.
It is clear that Isak is highly valued by the club and its fans, and it would be a huge loss for Newcastle if they were to let him go. With his contract at St. James' Park running until 2028, it is clear that Newcastle sees him as an important part of their future plans. As for now, all eyes will be on Isak's future and whether he will remain with the Magpies or move on to bigger opportunities.
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