Newcastle’s negotiations for Alexander Isak’s new contract are going well and will be no different to other contract extensions.
There have been rumors over the past week that Isak has asked for a release clause in his contract, but the Toon people believe that negotiations with Isak are proceeding in the same way as with everyone else.
Asked about Isak’s importance to United amid reports of a new deal, Howe said this week: “He’s one of (Newcastle’s most important players) for sure.“I don’t think there is one, I think there is always a group that is very important to the team and when they play well, the team plays better. Alex is undoubtedly one of those players, he has all the qualities we need. But at the end of the day, we have to get it to its fullest because when it is, it’s a game-changer.”
After two disappointing transfer windows, Newcastle executives are hoping to extend Isak’s contract to make a statement and show ambition to the rest of the Premier League.