Ex-star delivers damning verdict on Alexander Isak’s message to Newcastle fans
Alexander Isak finally completed his sensational move from Newcastle United to Liverpool on deadline day.
In a deal worth £125 million, Isak’s move rocketed him to the top of the most expensive deadline day deals ever, as well as setting a new British transfer fee record.
It is the second time Liverpool have broken the British transfer record, having topped the charts with their £106m acquisition of Florian Wirtz earlier this summer.
Isak’s move has rumbled on this summer and been part of a torrid transfer window for Newcastle who have seen multiple targets slip away.
Alexander Isak says goodbye
After issuing a cold 37 word farewell to the Swede, Newcastle received a response from Isak, who was more heartfelt in his goodbye message.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter) ex-Newcastle player Don Hutchison blasted Isak for the nature of his departure from the club.
“Too late, should have said this a month ago…” Hutchison’s post read, followed by a yawning emoji and the hashtags, ‘RubbishAgent’ and ‘BadlyAdvised’.
Amongst the less hostile responses to Isak’s exit was Anthony Gordon, who issued an emotional statement to the now-Liverpool striker.
Arne Slot has a selection crisis
Football Insider verdict
Liverpool’s squad depth in attacking areas is immense after adding Isak to their ranks, but that comes as a double edged sword to Arne Slot.
It’s a case of too many pegs and not enough holes for the Dutchman who will need to find a way to harmonise a squad that has six forwards all vying for three places.
| Name | Position |
| Mohamed Salah | RW |
| Hugo Ekitike | ST/LW |
| Alexander Isak | ST |
| Florian Wirtz | LW/AM |
| Cody Gakpo | LW |
| Federico Chiesa | RW/ST |
A potential formation change is possible but unlikely as it would then lead to a premium midfielder being dropped, all of whom have proved their worth so far this season.
A switch to a back three is also off the cards due to Liverpool’s shortage of centre-backs because of Marc Guehi’s deal to the Reds falling through.
Whatever solution Slot finds, there are bound to be some unhappy players in the dressing room who aren’t starting games.