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Journalist Henry Winter believes Alexander Isak should have submitted a formal transfer request to Newcastle United.

Likewise, he says Liverpool should have tabled a 'proper' offer befitting of his talents as the summer's big transfer saga rumbles on.

The new Premier League campaign has officially started without a conclusion over Isak's future.



This included Saturday's season opener vs Aston Villa, for which he could face disciplinary action.

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"Two things should happen here.

First, he should put in a transfer request," said Winter, reflecting on what has become a tense situation for talkSPORT.

"I know [he wouldn’t do that] but why does he deserve a loyalty bonus or any financial recompense from Newcastle United when he’s halfway through his contract?

Put in a proper offer."

He theorised: "Maybe they’re waiting until after next week’s game but it is staining the start of the season.

"Liverpool have had a fantastic transfer window but I think they need to show a bit more respect to Newcastle United and also respect to Isak, because he’s more than a £110m player."

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