Alan Shearer reacts to Alexander Isak announcement at Newcastle United
Alan Shearer reacted to the latest Newcastle United announcement concerning star striker Alexander Isak this summer.
The 25-year-old had yet another stellar campaign at St James’ Park, notching 27 goals and six assists across all competitions as the Magpies secured a spot in the Champions League.
Football Insider understands that European qualification has increased confidence in keeping Isak and Bruno Guimaraes, finishing in a top-five spot despite a final-day defeat to Everton.
With 62 goals and 10 assists over the last three seasons in England, it is clear to see why so many clubs are taking an interest in the Sweden international, especially Arne Slot‘s Liverpool.
Now, the Magpies have released a new announcement about the star striker as speculation swirls around his future, celebrating yet another fine campaign for the club.
Alexander Isak nominated for award at Newcastle United
Taking to Instagram (20 June), the official club account wrote: “Ice cold Isak. Alexander Isak has been shortlisted in this year’s Top Six for the PFA Players’ Player of the Year award!”
Club legend Shearer was one of the first to react to the announcement, liking the post following the Swedish star’s incredible campaign at St James’ Park.
Eddie Howe to push on at St James’ Park next season
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The Magpies will be excited for another season in the Champions League, having tasted European football during the 2023/24 season before being knocked out in the group stages.
Eddie Howe also led Newcastle to the Carabao Cup last season, beating Liverpool in the final at Wembley Stadium, ending a 70-year silverware drought at St James’ Park.
That is proof of what the current squad are capable of, especially with Howe at the helm, but only if he can keep the majority of his players instead of losing them throughout the summer transfer window.
Despite rumours emerging of a potential Newcastle exit for Sandro Tonali, Football Insider now understands that the Magpies will not be entertaining any offers for the Italy international.
Tino Livramento, Nick Pope, Guimaraes, Anthony Gordon, and Harvey Barnes have all been linked with exits this summer, but they appear to have vanished since the club secured Champions League football.
Howe has the potential to achieve so much more with Newcastle over the coming seasons, and with a newfound confidence emerging at St James’ Park, anything seems possible.