Former England international Paul Merson has weighed in on Alexander Isak's contentious transfer situation, stating that the striker's legacy at Newcastle United is now under threat due to his handling of the move to Liverpool.
Merson, a renowned football expert, noted that Isak's status has risen significantly since joining Newcastle, transforming from a relatively unknown player to a global star, with the club playing a pivotal role in his development.
However, Merson believes that Isak's attempts to force a move to Liverpool have tarnished his reputation at St James' Park. The 26-year-old Swede played a crucial role in Newcastle's Carabao Cup triumph last season, ending the club's 70-year wait for a domestic trophy. But his recent actions have frustrated Newcastle fans and complicating the club's transfer plans.
Isak is currently training away from the first team and is set to miss Newcastle's Premier League opener against Aston Villa this weekend. Reports suggest that he is adamant about not playing for Newcastle again and is eager to join Liverpool, despite the club's initial bid being rejected.
Merson expressed concern over Isak's stance, stating, "It's an unbelievable situation. He's taking a big gamble by reportedly saying he'll never play for Newcastle again. If he doesn't get his move, he'll need to score some serious goals to win back the Newcastle fans."
The football pundit also highlighted that Isak could have potentially left Newcastle on good terms, securing a big-money move while maintaining his hero status among fans. Instead, Merson argues, the situation has become "totally ridiculous," with players seemingly holding all the power in transfer negotiations.
Newcastle has endured a frustrating summer, missing out on several transfer targets and now facing the possibility of losing their star striker. Merson described the transfer window so far as a "shocker" for the Magpies, expressing worry over their situation.
As the transfer window approaches its deadline on September 1, all eyes will be on how this saga unfolds and what it means for Isak's future and his legacy at Newcastle.
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