Alexander Isak breaks silence on blunt Newcastle exit statement after sealing Liverpool transfer
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Alexander Isak has bid farewell to Newcastle United following his record-breaking transfer to Liverpool.
The Swedish striker had a summer filled with tension as he trained separately from his team-mates in an effort to push through the move.
On transfer deadline day, Liverpool splashed out $167 million (£125 million) to lure Isak away from Newcastle, after the forward had helped the club secure Champions League qualification and Carabao Cup success.
Despite being a fan favourite on Tyneside, his relationship with the supporters soured due to his manoeuvring for a move and a controversial statement as he sought a switch to the Reds.
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In a post on Instagram, Isak expressed: "I want to express my gratitude to my teammates, the staff, and above all, the city of Newcastle and all the amazing supporters for the three unforgettable years we shared together.
A brief statement read: "Newcastle United can announce the sale of striker Alexander Isak to Liverpool for a significant British record transfer fee