Alan Shearer Feels Newcastle 'Outrageous ´ In Claiming Alexander
Newcastle have made themselves look "ludicrous" in declaring star striker Alexander Isak is injured, former Magpies forward Alan Shearer has said, amid reports he wants to check out a move away from the club.
Newcastle launched a statement on Thursday morning to say the Swede would miss the club's pre-season tour of Asia due to a minor thigh issue.
Hours later on, reports emerged that Isak had actually informed club executives he wanted to explore the possibility of a transfer, in the middle of reported interest from Liverpool.
Shearer, a Betfair Ambassador, stated: "It's ridiculous what Newcastle put out today to say he wasn't on the trip because of a slight thigh injury.
Eddie Howe has a practically fully-fit team to pick from, nevertheless Alexander Isak misses out with a minor thigh injury.
Lewis Hall is readily available following an injury lay-off and could feature in South Korea.
- Newcastle United (@NUFC) July 24, 2025
"If they thought individuals would not see through that ... it was disappointing. They ought to have just informed the fact immediately. I understand it's a very tight spot for them, however it is what it is.
"(Magpies head coach) Eddie Howe needs to utilize all his persuasive powers to do what he can and attempt to make him remain at least one more year. If that can't take place then it is what it is.
"You have to get the best deal for the football club and if someone is prepared to pay north of ₤ 150million, and if he truly, really wishes to go, you can't action in his way."
Newcastle have up until now not commented on the reports around Isak's desire to leave.
Newcastle have made themselves look "ludicrous" in declaring star striker Alexander Isak is injured, former Magpies forward Alan Shearer has said, amid reports he wants to check out a move away from the club.
Newcastle launched a statement on Thursday morning to say the Swede would miss the club's pre-season tour of Asia due to a minor thigh issue.
Hours later on, reports emerged that Isak had actually informed club executives he wanted to explore the possibility of a transfer, in the middle of reported interest from Liverpool.
Shearer, a Betfair Ambassador, stated: "It's ridiculous what Newcastle put out today to say he wasn't on the trip because of a slight thigh injury.
Eddie Howe has a practically fully-fit team to pick from, nevertheless Alexander Isak misses out with a minor thigh injury.
Lewis Hall is readily available following an injury lay-off and could feature in South Korea.
- Newcastle United (@NUFC) July 24, 2025
"If they thought individuals would not see through that ... it was disappointing. They ought to have just informed the fact immediately. I understand it's a very tight spot for them, however it is what it is.
"(Magpies head coach) Eddie Howe needs to utilize all his persuasive powers to do what he can and attempt to make him remain at least one more year. If that can't take place then it is what it is.
"You have to get the best deal for the football club and if someone is prepared to pay north of ₤ 150million, and if he truly, really wishes to go, you can't action in his way."
Newcastle have up until now not commented on the reports around Isak's desire to leave.