Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has sent a clear message that Alexander Isak needs to “earn the right” to rejoin first-team training after reportedly pushing for a summer transfer to Liverpool. Isak, the Magpies’ key striker, was excluded from the pre-season Asian tour squad amid reports that he declined a new contract extension and made his wishes to depart the club known.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Following this, Isak took the unusual step of training solo in Spain at his former club Real Sociedad, attempting to persuade Newcastle to engage in transfer talks. Despite this effort, Newcastle firmly rejected Liverpool\u2019s initial \u00a3110 million bid, with Isak now back in Tyneside while Liverpool considers a second proposal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Howe did not extend an immediate welcome to the Swedish forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n“You have to earn the right to train with us,”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Howe told reporters post-pre-season tour. He emphasized the player’s responsibility to act professionally and be part of the squad. “No player can expect to act poorly and train with the group as normal,” he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It remains unclear what specific steps Isak must take to regain his place. Though his training abroad has not alienated his teammates, some of whom have defended him, Howe expressed a tentative stance on his return. “Of course I\u2019d like him to be [at Newcastle\u2019s training ground], but whether he will I don\u2019t know at this moment in time,” Howe said. “We have been here with the time difference, preparing for training and for games. Other people have been dealing with that situation back at home.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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