Alexander Isak ready for return to football: New insight on on-strike star's thinking and fitness after Sweden talks amid £110m Liverpool interest

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Alexander Isak has been named in Sweden's squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Slovenia and Kosovo, despite ongoing uncertainty surrounding his club situation at Newcastle United. The 25-year-old forward has not played this season as he seeks a transfer to Liverpool, with Newcastle having already rejected a bid from the Premier League champions. Isak has been training separately from his Newcastle teammates due to the dispute over his future.

In a recent social media post, Isak accused Newcastle of breaking their promise to allow him to leave during the transfer window, even though he is under contract for three more years. Newcastle responded by stating that the conditions for his departure have not been met. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe expressed frustration at the public nature of the dispute, preferring it to be resolved privately.

Despite these tensions, Sweden coach Jon Dahl Tomasson confirmed Isak's inclusion in the national team and expressed his happiness about Isak's willingness to be part of the squad. Tomasson acknowledged that Isak’s current situation is not ideal and that he has not trained with the team, but emphasized Isak's ability to influence important matches. The national team will open their Group B campaign with a match in Slovenia on September 5, followed by an away game against Kosovo in Pristina on September 8.

Arsenal forward Viktor Gyokeres is also set to feature for Sweden in these qualifiers. Isak is due to join the national team in Stockholm shortly, coinciding with the closure of the summer transfer window. Meanwhile, reports indicate Isak continues to desire a move to Liverpool despite efforts by Newcastle owners to resolve the situation at his home.

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