Alexander Isak plan confirmed as talks held before Liverpool transfer deadline
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Jon Dahl Tomasson has detailed Sweden's plan for Liverpool transfer target Alexander Isak.(Image: Stu Forster/Getty Images)Sweden head coach Jon Dahl Tomasson has defended his decision to select Liverpool transfer target Alexander Isak.
The 25-year-old was a surprise inclusion in his squad for their forthcoming internationals against Slovenia and Kosovo despite not playing a competitive minute for Newcastle United, so far this term.
The Swede has been at the centre of this summer's transfer saga after expressing a desire to swap St James' Park for Anfield.
However, the Magpies hierarchy have stood firm on their stance that he was not for sale - rejecting a £110million approach from Arne Slot's side.
After missing their pre-season tour of the Far East, Isak was forced to train on his own after Eddie Howe returned to Tyneside.
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Isak was a notable omission from the Newcastle squad that suffered a dramatic 3-2 defeat at home to Liverpool.
The forward also missed the opener against Aston Villa after maintaining his desire to leave the club.
He is a game changer," Tomasson added.
"I have spoken to him several times; mentally, he is strong.
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