Eddie Howe reacts as Alexander Isak targeted by Newcastle fans with X-rated chant

Below is a summary of the full article. Click here for the full version or go back to LFC Live.net.

Search Newcastle were held to a goalless draw by Leeds at Elland Road and the travelling fans turned on Alexander Isak, who wants to join Liverpool.

Eddie Howe understands the anger of the Newcastle fans (Image: Getty Images)

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has said he understands the anger of the club's fans after they directed a derogatory chant at Alexander Isak, who is keen to move to Liverpool.

"It's a very emotive period for everyone connected with Newcastle, so I've got no issue with that." Despite back-to-back goalless draws on the road leaving Newcastle with just two points, Howe is optimistic about what new £69million German striker Nick Woltemade will bring to the team.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Related articles Piero Hincapie in surprise decision as Arsenal transfer update emerges Liverpool make decision on Marc Guehi swap deal as Crystal Palace bid made Nicolas Jackson's agent issues statement as Chelsea cancel Bayern transfer

Woltemade observed from the stands at Elland Road, prompting Howe to comment: "I felt defensively we were very good again, but with the ball, our creativity was off today.

He's got creativity as well, everything that we were probably lacking today."

Leeds are comfortably in the top 10 after securing four points at Elland Road, and manager Daniel Farke is thrilled with their positive start back in the Premier League.

Trending

"I'm pleased not just with this game, but in general with our start to the season," Farke declared.

"Two home games, four points, two clean sheets and we've played against one of the best sides in Europe today.

"There wasn't much between the sides and we weren't far away from getting all three points, but I don't want to be too greedy.

Read our Privacy Policy

Eddie Howe Alexander Isak Newcastle United FC