January 3rd 2025.
There has been a lot of talk about Newcastle's star striker, Alexander Isak, potentially joining Arsenal. However, manager Eddie Howe has dismissed these rumors and has instead urged his team to focus on their upcoming match against Tottenham. Despite the transfer speculation, Newcastle currently sits in fifth place in the Premier League standings and could even move up to the top four with a win this weekend. Since taking over as manager in 2021, Howe has brought a sense of optimism back to St James' Park, with the club once again competing for European football under their new Saudi owners. However, Newcastle's lack of trophies in the past two decades is a concern for Howe, who believes that keeping key players like Isak, Bruno Guimaraes, and Anthony Gordon is crucial for the team's success.
Isak's future has been a hot topic in recent months, with both Arsenal and Liverpool expressing interest in the 25-year-old forward. It is rumored that it would take a bid of over £150 million to lure Isak away from Newcastle, and former Arsenal player Paul Merson has even encouraged the Gunners to make such a move. However, Howe is determined not to lose any key players this January. Isak has been in excellent form this season, scoring 13 goals in 20 games for the Magpies. Merson believes that Isak is the best in the business and would take Arsenal to another level.
Merson's comments caused quite a stir among Newcastle fans, who are understandably worried about the impact it could have on their team. However, Howe has downplayed the significance of such talk and urged his players to ignore the noise and focus on the facts. He believes that as a manager, he has to learn to tune out all the rumors and speculation and keep his team focused on their goals. Howe also assured fans that Newcastle is not looking to sell any of their key players, especially in this crucial point of the season.
Howe has high praise for Isak, stating that he can be anything he wants to be in the game. The Swedish attacker has a well-rounded skill set that makes him a nightmare for opposing teams. However, Howe also acknowledges that other teams will try to find ways to stop Isak, and it will be a constant challenge for him to continue evolving his game and finding ways to hurt the opposition. But with Isak tied to a contract until 2028, Howe believes that he will continue to be a crucial player for Newcastle and help them achieve their goals.
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