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nickjdavis said:
As it stands, Isak has probably backed himself into a corner and now doesn't know how to get himself out of it, so is just digging deeper. Every day puts more and more separation between him and the first team and I cant see anyway he can redeem himself in the eyes of the supporters. I don't truly believe that he quite understands the god like status he could have achieved on Tyneside...he could have been another Gallagher, Milburn, Macdonald or Shearer...club legends in every respect. But that's the fan in me talking...I understand that he has personal ambitions that possibly outweigh how he wants to be remembered at whatever clubs he plays for.

However, despite the desire in some quarters to "see him rot" in the reserves, there is absolutely no point having a player around the training camp, being despised by the other first team players and creating a bad atmosphere created that will detract from what is needed. There is no way back and Newcastle will get rid.

Personally I'd rather we sold him for £90-£100m to a continental side, rather than for £125m or whatever to a direct competitor. But my belief is that a deal will be done with Liverpool after we play them in late August.
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Good post and agree with the assessment that it will prob be done after we play each other and you guys get at least Wissa in
 
Swango1980 said:
What do we actually think will happen with Isak. He seems determined to leave knowing that Liverpool are very very keen, and Newcastle clearly did not want him to leave. Newcastle have also not managed to get another striker in.

So, do Newcastle relent, and accept Liverpool's next slightly raised offer? Or do they hold firm, and tell Isak he must stay unless Liverpool offer an insane amount more than they've already offered?

If I were Newcastle, and knowing Isak has a contract until 2028, I would just be confident that I hold all the cards. Isak will still be a valuable asset to sell next summer, or the summer after. I wouldn't want to feel bullied into letting him go, especially if it is going to be a struggle to make use of the money in this window to buy any sort of decent replacement. If they have to put up with a sulky player this season, then so be it.
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Seen a fair few Geordies on Twitter saying the price tag should be £180m to Liverpool, £120m to anyone on the continent. Seems fair to me. 👍
 
Question on contract law for anyone who may know. If Isak is refusing to play, isn’t he therefore in breach of contract and are his wages being withheld?
 
Don Barzini said:
Question on contract law for anyone who may know. If Isak is refusing to play, isn’t he therefore in breach of contract and are his wages being withheld?
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Great question that I do not know the answer too.
On the other side could Isak claim restriction of trade or similar?
It could be a real minefield
 
irip said:
What’s the alternative?
Will Liverpool offer more than they have?
Are there any other clubs interested or who could afford him?
How else do you think Newcastle can play it?
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I honestly don’t know how they should handle.
I suspect Isak will get what he wants.

If it wasn’t for financial fair play I suspect Newcastle could just let him rot in the reserves.
 
Pin-seeker said:
I honestly don’t know how they should handle.
I suspect Isak will get what he wants.

If it wasn’t for financial fair play I suspect Newcastle could just let him rot in the reserves.
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The owners of Newcastle could let him rot.
Newcastle football club can’t afford to.
It’s a shame but I agree player power will win, even if it takes a bit longer than hoped by Isak and his agent.
 
irip said:
What’s the alternative?
Will Liverpool offer more than they have?
Are there any other clubs interested or who could afford him?
How else do you think Newcastle can play it?
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As Nick says - it will get done after the match vs Newcastle and for prob around £120mil plus a lot of achievable add ons

He is either going this summer for that amount or as each window goes by they prob lose £20mil

Now is the time where his fee is at the highest
 
irip said:
The owners of Newcastle could let him rot.
Newcastle football club can’t afford to.
It’s a shame but I agree player power will win, even if it takes a bit longer than hoped by Isak and his agent.
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They can’t afford to let him rot when it comes to PSR and wanting to bring players in though

£120mil is a big chunk that allows them big breathing space to bring in a number of players
 
3offTheTee said:
Expect not many, perhaps LP will know this.

Rangers should get through tonight. What happens next?

No cheating😂
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They have a play off against the winners of one of the other matches that have qualified through league position but needed to go through qualifying


Edit - or do they play the winners of the matches between clubs that qualified as winners in low co officient countries
 
nickjdavis said:
As it stands, Isak has probably backed himself into a corner and now doesn't know how to get himself out of it, so is just digging deeper. Every day puts more and more separation between him and the first team and I cant see anyway he can redeem himself in the eyes of the supporters. I don't truly believe that he quite understands the god like status he could have achieved on Tyneside...he could have been another Gallagher, Milburn, Macdonald or Shearer...club legends in every respect. But that's the fan in me talking...I understand that he has personal ambitions that possibly outweigh how he wants to be remembered at whatever clubs he plays for....but that doesn't stop me from thinking "you don't know what you are giving up".

However, despite the desire in some quarters to "see him rot" in the reserves, there is absolutely no point having a player around the training camp, being despised by the other first team players and generating a bad atmosphere that will detract from the focus that is needed to mount campaigns on several fronts. There is no way back and Newcastle will get rid.

Personally I'd rather we sold him for £90-£100m to a continental side, rather than for £125m or whatever to a direct competitor. But my belief is that a deal will be done with Liverpool after we play them in late August.
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I sort of feel like the whole thing is a PR exercise which nobody is winning.

I think he'll end up with us and you'll get a stinking amount of money but whatever has gone on behind closed doors doesn't need airing in public. It does sound like the issues Newcastle have had with bringing in a replacement (or two) are now bizarrely working to their advantage now. This whole "I'll never play for the club again" thing is childish, whether there was a gentleman's agreement and the club had agreed a transfer this summer or not.

Is he the best striker around, who might be available? Yes. without a doubt. Is it worth all the upheaval that comes with this? I'm just not sure. There is a suggestion we could use the fee for Isak (plus a bit more) for Barcola and Rodrygo. Frankly, I'd love that.

It's all a massive game of Call my Bluff. It's nonsense. The most annoying thing is the behaviour of the player, which is always an issue as a fan of the buying party.
 
Arthur Wedge said:
They have a play off against the winners of one of the other matches that have qualified through league position but needed to go through qualifying


Edit - or do they play the winners of the matches between clubs that qualified as winners in low co officient countries
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They play either Salzburg or Brugge.
 
hairball_89 said:
I sort of feel like the whole thing is a PR exercise which nobody is winning.

I think he'll end up with us and you'll get a stinking amount of money but whatever has gone on behind closed doors doesn't need airing in public. It does sound like the issues Newcastle have had with bringing in a replacement (or two) are now bizarrely working to their advantage now. This whole "I'll never play for the club again" thing is childish, whether there was a gentleman's agreement and the club had agreed a transfer this summer or not.

Is he the best striker around, who might be available? Yes. without a doubt. Is it worth all the upheaval that comes with this? I'm just not sure. There is a suggestion we could use the fee for Isak (plus a bit more) for Barcola and Rodrygo. Frankly, I'd love that.

It's all a massive game of Call my Bluff. It's nonsense. The most annoying thing is the behaviour of the player, which is always an issue as a fan of the buying party.
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Barcola and Rodrygo both reportedly around £100mil each

If Isak doesn’t come Barcola would be a good option

Not sure about Rodrygo tbh
 
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