Alan Shearer has voiced his concerns over Newcastle United's handling of the uncertainty surrounding Alexander Isak after a "disaster" pre-season.

All of the talk has been about Isak," he remarked.

"It has been a disaster, it really has



Isak is determined to leave Newcastle

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"They need to sort the situation out as quickly as possible with Isak

I guess he stays, until they get someone in and Eddie can maybe talk him around - if that isn't possible then (they need to sell him).

"They've just got to get some players in

They needed a forward anyway, so now they need two centre-forwards."

Newcastle is reportedly digging their heels in over a potential deal for Liverpool, with early demands of a $202 million (£150 million) fee to prise away the former Real Sociedad striker.

Nevertheless, reports now indicate that a bid of $175 million (£130 million) – which could establish a new British transfer record – plus additional clauses might be enough to secure a deal.

Following his 27-goal tally last season, Isak took centre stage in Newcastle's third kit launch, appearing alongside club legend Tino Asprilla at the Tyneside Irish Centre, though his photograph has subsequently disappeared from the club shop.

Liverpool kicks off its campaign at home to Bournemouth on Friday (August 15) before taking on Newcastle on Monday, August 25.


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