David Ornstein: Newcastle United is open to selling Alexander Isak to Arsenal, but only under a specific condition.
David Ornstein has reported that Newcastle United would only consider selling Alexander Isak to Arsenal or Liverpool if a particular condition is met. Despite widespread interest in the Swedish forward, Newcastle’s management remains firm in their stance against his departure.
Both Newcastle’s chief executive, Darren Eales, and head coach, Eddie Howe, have emphasized their commitment to keeping Isak at St. James’ Park.
Additionally, Newcastle chairman and Saudi Public Investment Fund Governor, Yasir Al-Rumayyan, has instructed the club to reject all offers for the 25-year-old striker during this transfer window.
Isak has been a key player for Newcastle this season, attracting attention from top clubs like Arsenal, Liverpool, and Barcelona. His remarkable performances, including scoring 23 goals and netting the decisive strike in Newcastle’s 2-1 Carabao Cup final victory over Liverpool, have only fueled speculation about his future.
The striker remains under contract with Newcastle until 2028, and his deal does not include a release clause. The club is expected to enter contract negotiations with him after the 2024-25 season, once their European competition status is confirmed. Having already secured a Conference League spot by winning the Carabao Cup, Newcastle is now aiming for Champions League qualification.
Regarding his future, Isak has stated that he is not currently focused on summer transfer talks, though discussions about a contract extension may arise after the season ends.
While Newcastle is determined to retain Isak, unexpected developments in football can always lead to a change in circumstances. There have been rumors of potential swap deals involving players like Darwin Núñez or Jarell Quansah, but Ornstein has dismissed such claims, stating that Newcastle is not considering part-exchange deals.
Ornstein asserts that only an exceptional bid would persuade Newcastle to sell Isak. The club values him at approximately £150 million, and while every player has a price, Newcastle’s management is not under pressure to sell.
Although clubs like Arsenal and Liverpool are monitoring Isak’s situation, no formal negotiations have taken place. For Newcastle fans, speculation about Isak’s future will likely persist as the transfer window approaches. However, his departure is not guaranteed, particularly if Newcastle secures Champions League football.
