Newcastle Fans Fear Isak Exit After Pre-Season Snub Sparks Liverpool Rumors
Newcastle United supporters are growing anxious about Alexander Isak’s future after the striker was left out of the club’s pre-season tour to Singapore and South Korea.
The official reason cited is a “minor thigh injury,” but concerns have mounted as reports (via Ben Jacobs) suggest scans came back clear. Interestingly, Lewis Hall—dealing with a more significant injury—did travel with the squad, adding to the suspicion.
According to Football Insider, Liverpool remain highly interested in signing Isak this summer, even after securing Hugo Ekitike from Frankfurt. Despite Ekitike’s arrival, sources claim that the Swedish forward remains Arne Slot’s primary attacking target.
Football Insider previously reported (18 July) that Newcastle believe Liverpool’s public interest is a deliberate attempt to unsettle Isak and push through what could be a record-breaking transfer.
Former Manchester United scout Mick Brown also confirmed that Liverpool are still actively pursuing Isak despite progressing with Ekitike.
Though many expected Liverpool’s striker hunt to be over, new reports suggest otherwise — the club reportedly still wants another forward, and their focus on Isak hasn’t wavered.
Back in May, Football Insider revealed that Liverpool were prioritizing the signings of a striker, a left-back, and a center-back — a plan that appears to be in full motion.
Following Isak’s omission from the pre-season squad, speculation around a possible Anfield switch has intensified. Sources (17 July) claim the striker has not ruled out a Liverpool move after discussions with his agent, keeping the door open for a potential transfer.
Newcastle fans reacted swiftly online:
“So Isak has a minor injury, but Hall — who hasn’t been seen for months — travels?”
“Either this is really bad timing or we’re not getting the whole story.”
“We had the same with Gordon, remember?”
Whether coincidence or a clear sign, supporters now fear Isak could depart before the
