(Credit: Hasan Karim - Breaking Media/Imago)

James Murray

Mon 4 August 2025 14:00, UK

Alexander Isak is making Newcastle United look “weak” following the latest updates surrounding his situation at St James’ Park.

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Football Insider revealed on 28 July Liverpool are increasingly “confident” of signing Isak after making him a top target this summer.

Liverpool have now seen a bid rejected by Newcastle for Isak.

“It’s great for Liverpool and terrible for Newcastle.”

Alexander Isak wants to leave Newcastle this summer (Credit: Imago)

As they prepare for Isak’s potential exit this summer, Newcastle have set their sights on several potential alternatives.

Football Insider revealed on 2 August Brentford will reluctantly accept an offer from Newcastle for Yoane Wissa despite having rejected their initial £25million bid.

It comes after Football Insider revealed on 15 July Brentford could demand £50million for Wissa as they intended to price clubs out of the deal before the forward made it clear he wants to leave.
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