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Alexander Isak opens up on 'complicated' Newcastle exit to Liverpool and addresses owners

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Nevertheless, he has chosen to support Newcastle's Saudi ownership despite the disagreement with the club.Isak reveals he only agreed to speak at all for his first newspaper interview since departing Newcastle because it was to mark receiving the golden ball in Sweden.READ MORE: Mohamed Salah locker room apology revealed after explosive Liverpool outburstREAD MORE: Paul Merson makes 'comfortable' prediction for Spurs vs LiverpoolWhen questioned about his Toon departure, the striker told Sportbladet: "I can say this: Things are always more complicated than they seem."I have talked about this, but I have not gone into depth. And it is not something that I want to do, based on the fact that I have put it behind me."I am focusing forward, there is no benefit in going into it or opening it up – neither for me nor for anyone else.



It's an English club in the best league in the world, a step in your career."Newcastle splashed out £63 million ($83 million) to Real Sociedad three years ago to secure Isak's departure from La Liga. The transfer proved pivotal in revitalizing his career and establishing him as one of the world's most formidable strikers.The Swedish forward revealed he didn't give consideration to the club's ownership before making the switch, instead concentrating solely on his ambition to feature in the Premier League.READ MORE: Thomas Frank identifies Liverpool's 'beast' and makes Alexander Isak predictionREAD MORE: Tottenham missing 8 players vs Liverpool as Thomas Frank gives blunt 'quick fix' verdictWhen questioned whether players ought to face criticism for joining the Magpies, he responded, "No.

I think that's a very long shot. From my perspective, a footballer's perspective, as I said, you go to a Premier League club."When pressed on whether choosing Liverpool was a straightforward decision, he answered, "Yes.“That was the most interesting thing for me.