Alexander Isak to Return for Sweden Amid Liverpool, Newcastle Transfer Uncertainty

Alexander Isak remains determined to leave Newcastle United for Liverpool before the transfer window closes, despite Newcastle's efforts to retain him, including high-level visits from the club's Saudi Arabian ownership and co-owner Jamie Reuben. Isak has refused to play for Newcastle this season and has been training alone after missing the club's pre-season tour and the first two Premier League matches, escalating tensions by accusing the club of breaking promises. Newcastle's reluctance to sell partly stems from difficulties securing replacements, with bids for other strikers being rejected. Meanwhile, Sweden's manager Jon Dahl Tomasson has included Isak in the national squad for upcoming World Cup qualifiers, acknowledging Isak's lack of recent game time but praising his professionalism and match-winning ability. Isak is expected to feature for Sweden despite not being fully match-fit, while his club future remains unresolved as the transfer deadline approaches. The situation continues to be closely watched, with Isak's next appearance for Sweden potentially marking the end of his Newcastle tenure if a transfer is completed.