Newcastle's forward, Alexander Isak, has decided to give the Professional Footballers' Association's (PFA) awards gala a miss despite being in contention for a top honor.

The Swedish international, who has been nominated for the Players' Player of the Year award, is rumored to be staying away amid speculation about his future.

Isak has allegedly informed Newcastle that he has played his last Premier League game for the club, even though the Magpies have rejected an offer from Liverpool.

A fresh bid from Liverpool could be on the cards before the transfer deadline, but Eddie Howe's club is keen to secure two more forwards before sanctioning any departure.

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Isak is one of six contenders for the Players' Player of the Year award, alongside Bruno Fernandes, Alexis Mac Allister, Cole Palmer, Declan Rice, and Mohamed Salah.

However, as per BBC Sport, Isak had not confirmed his presence at the awards ceremony barely 24 hours prior to its scheduled start time on Tuesday.

Salah is widely expected to win the award after firing Liverpool to the Premier League title.

The England international, who had just helped Manchester City clinch the league title with a career-best 19 goals, accepted his award in person.

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However, the broadcaster also quotes unnamed sources suggesting that Isak does not plan to attend.

Isak's performances last term left him highly sought-after during the early stages of the summer transfer window.

The striker concluded the season with 23 league goals and 27 across all competitions - both personal records - helping Newcastle secure Champions League qualification.

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