What Newcastle dressing room think about Alexander Isak after Liverpool move

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Search Alexander Isak forced through a move to Liverpool from Newcastle in the summer transfer window, but Dan Burn insists there is no animosity towards him.

Alexander Isak joined Liverpool on deadline day (Image: Getty Images)

Dan Burn has disclosed that there is "no bad blood" towards Alexander Isak at Newcastle United despite the Sweden forward engineering his own departure from St James' Park this summer.

However, when questioned about his move to Anfield, Burn, in an England press conference, said: "I'm glad it's done.

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"We wanted the transfer window to shut just to get a bit of clarity on it.

I have been in football long enough to understand that for a player, careers are short.

"For me, it is a tough situation because Alex is a mate, so you want him to be around helping the team, but I have nothing but good wishes for Alex.

"No animosity towards him, you know what Newcastle fans are like, we are very protective of your club and your city and want players who want to play for Newcastle.

As i say I wish Alex all the best apart from when we play Liverpool obviously."

Alexander Isak of Newcastle United (14) celebrates with teammate Dan Burn after scoring their second goal during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Newcastle United (Image: 2023 Newcastle United)Trending

On Monday night, a brief statement from United announced: "Newcastle United can announce the sale of striker Alexander Isak to Liverpool for a significant British record transfer fee.

"The Sweden international joined the Magpies from Real Sociedad in 2022 and made 109 appearances in all competitions."

The statement concluded without the customary good luck message, simply stating: "Ends."

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