“Howe clarifies stance on Alexander Isak following Fabrizio Romano’s major Liverpool update.”

Liverpool Still Monitoring Alexander Isak as Newcastle Struggles to Secure New Deal

Fabrizio Romano has highlighted that the situation around Alexander Isak and a potential move to Liverpool remains one to watch closely. The Newcastle striker, currently training separately from the main squad, has yet to agree to a contract extension, with the club reportedly finding it difficult to convince the 25-year-old to commit long-term.

Liverpool are believed to be readying an improved offer for the Swedish forward, but may only act if they receive strong signals of encouragement.

According to Romano, Isak has made it clear—once again—to Newcastle that he has no interest in signing a new deal. The former Real Sociedad star is said to be keen on a move to Anfield and is standing firm in his desire.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, Romano said:

> “I’m told Isak has once again told Newcastle this week that he doesn’t intend to sign a new contract. While things in football can always change, at the moment, his position remains clear—he wants to join Liverpool. This story is far from over.”

Isak is still under contract until June 2028, but Newcastle’s recent transfer activity suggests they may be preparing for life without him. The club is reportedly close to signing Brentford attacker Yoane Wissa and is also interested in Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson, signaling a possible shift toward younger forward options.

Manager Eddie Howe hasn’t offered fans much hope of a quick resolution. The Swedish striker remains sidelined from training and matchday involvement amid the ongoing uncertainty.

Howe addressed the issue in a recent press conference, saying:

> “We want Alex here, we want him training and playing. But I don’t expect the situation to change before the Aston Villa game.”

Despite having three years left on his contract, Newcastle may face a difficult choice: hold onto their star player amid internal challenges or cash in now and reinvest wisely. Refusing to sell could risk unsettling the squad ahead of a crucial season, especially with ambitions to secure a return to the Champions League.