Newcastle fans: Alexander Isak 'will leave' after release clause twist
Newcastle United fans are expecting Alexander Isak to leave the club in the near future after a new contract twist at St James' Park.
Reports claimed the Newcastle forward has demanded a release clause be inserted into any new contract amid talks over a new deal with the Magpies.
Despite having four years left on his current deal, the club remain keen to tie him down to an extension in a show of faith.
Football Insider first revealed in June that United would line up the offer of a new deal as they remained insistent that he would stay at the club for the coming season.
However, with the new report claiming he wants a release clause, many supporters are suggesting he is already looking for a way out.
After failing to qualify for European competitions last season, speculation was rife about Isak's future at St James' Park, but no official move ever came from interested clubs.
Despite the lack of activity in the summer, the striker has long-term admirers in both Arsenal and Chelsea, and could be tempted to move on if they endure another disappointing season.
Newcastle United fans expect Alexander Isak exit after contract news
Alongside Bruno Guimaraes and Anthony Gordon, Isak is one of the most valuable assets in Eddie Howe's squad, and one that the club could build their future around.
However, his ambitions of playing at the very highest level will need to be matched if the club want to retain his services for the foreseeable future.
The request to include a release clause is far from the end of the world, and does not necessarily mean he wants to leave, but would make it easier to do so should he see fit.
As a result, fans have taken to social media, with many insisting Isak will leave Newcastle sooner rather than later.
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