JAKARTA - Eddie Howe emphasized that Newcastle United must make decisions regarding Alexander Isak's future even though he continues to hope that the striker will remain at the 2025/2026 season club.
However, The Magpies Manager further refused to reveal details of Isak's conversation with the club
"Of course there are things behind the scenes. He's going to be aware, he's on the news every day."
"I'm sure it's not easy for anyone in such a situation. The conversations between Alex and the club or Alex and I will remain private for clear reasons."
"We do have a very good relationship with him. He has been amazing for us since joining."
"He is very popular in the dressing room. We want him to continue his journey in Newcastle."
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"Whatever happens, it has to be right for Newcastle. We are in a very strong position financially."
"We are determined to be successful. We are ambitious. We have a great season ahead of us. We need to add new and growing players."
"If this journey can continue in a better direction, I think that's what we all want. So, that's what we're fighting for to achieve."
"I think I told you against Celtic after the game, I really hope he stays."
"I said I'm sure he will survive. I don't see anyone changing my opinion right now, but this is football. Who knows what will happen in the future," Howe said in Singapore on a pre-season tour.
The 25-year-old was not included in Newcastle's pre-season tour of Asia after suffering a thigh injury.
However, according to the ESPN report, Isak's participation was also based on speculation that the transfer was so boisterous.
Isak has also told the club he wants to explore the possibility of leaving St. James' Park.
Liverpool are believed to be at the forefront of Isak's signature. However, The Magpies will likely ask for a deal worth up to 150 million pounds (Rp3.3 trillion) or even higher.
The price tag was hung to consider its sales carefully and at the same time in a favorable position considering the Swedish National Team player still has a three-year contract remaining.
Even though the lattices have surfaced in the mass media, it's still the future and Isak's status in Newcastle is not yet clear.
Therefore, Eddie Howe asked Newcastle to immediately decide on Isak's transfer status so that it would not drag on and instead disturb the player later.
"I will not set a deadline. I think in a situation like this, the decision should be right for the club."
"Of course, everything is considered, but the club will make the right decision with all the information it has."
"In the end, we want to try and advance the club in any way. After that, we have to make a good decision and try to improve the squad as best we can. That's what we're trying to do, regardless of Alex's situation."
"Of course, we want stability and we want the team to have a very good feeling."
"I have to admit, the feeling during pre-season was just as good as the others. I don't think we were disturbed. We are here, we are focused, and we are working hard," Howe said.
Meanwhile, there was an issue that Howe was trying to tie Isak to a new contract. However, the manager immediately dismissed it.
"As far as I'm concerned, I don't think any contract talks are ongoing at this time."
"I think it might happen in the future. I think for now, with a situation like this, and the condition of the transfer market, in the sense that the transfer market is getting closer to the end of our perspective, there are still many things that can happen."
"The contract talk is likely to be carried out in the future," he said.
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