Alexander Isak completed a move from Newcastle United to Liverpool on deadline day for a British-record £125 million, signing a six-year contract. The 25-year-old had not featured in Newcastle's preseason or the opening three Premier League matches after effectively going on strike while seeking a transfer. Isak thanked teammates, staff, the city of Newcastle and supporters, recalling Champions League qualification and winning the club's first trophy in over 70 years. Newcastle issued a terse two-sentence announcement noting the sale and Isak's 109 appearances since joining from Real Sociedad in 2022. The club statements contrasted with longer farewells from other teams.
I want to express my gratitude to my teammates, the staff, and above all, the city of Newcastle and all the amazing supporters for the three unforgettable years we shared together. Together, we have written history and brought the club to the place where it truly belongs. It has been an honour to be part of the journey from reaching the Champions League to winning the first trophy in over 70 years. Forever grateful. Thank you, Newcastle.
The 25-year-old striker joined Liverpool on deadline day for a British record £125 million ($170m) and has signed a six-year deal with the Merseyside club. Isak's switch to Anfield ends a long-drawn out saga after he effectively went on strike while searching for a move elsewhere over the summer and did not feature in Newcastle's preseason or their opening three Premier League fixtures.
The bluntness of the statement was evident when comparing it to how other clubs announced departures on Monday, even when those players had far less of an impact than Isak at Newcastle. Manchester United used 171 words to say goodbye to their outcast, Brazil winger Antony, ending the statement with: "Everybody at the club would like to wish Antony the very best of luck for the future."
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