Alexander Isak's desire to leave Newcastle is intact. But the club's reluctance to meet the Swede is also unbroken. This is emphasized by Newcastle's coach Eddie Howe during a press conference ahead of the meeting with Liverpool on Monday - the club Isak is rumored to have in sight as a future employer.
There are no changes in the situation, says Howe and continues:
He has a contract with us and we hope he stays with the team.
Howe says he has not met Isak for a few days since the Swede trains after his teammates have finished their daily sessions. When asked if he has had any conversations with the 25-year-old, Howe replies:
Yes, when we meet, we talk as usual.
Howe maintains that the door is open for Isak if he changes his mind about a move. The coach believes that both teammates and fans would welcome Isak back.
The Swede made a statement on Instagram earlier in the week where he accused Newcastle of breaking promises. Howe does not want to comment on any promises made at the press conference.
But I am disappointed that this has become public. These are conversations that should be kept private.
Howe is asked if Isak expressed his desire to leave the club for him at the end of last season.
We had conversations. I think the content is best kept private. But we had conversations about his future, yes.
