The Alexander Isak claim that just isn't true - and the glorious opportunity Newcastle's Saudi owners now have: OLIVER HOLT
But congratulations are due to Alexander Isak: he is making a jolly good fist of becoming the first footballer to pull it off.
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Daily Mirror
18 minutes ago
- Daily Mirror
Liverpool transfer news: Alexander Isak finds new hope as Reds sanction Anfield exit
Alexander Isak to Liverpool remains the talk of the transfer window depsite Newcastle's apparent unwillingness to do business while Arne Slot could still see more changes to his squad in the coming days Liverpool have enjoyed a relentless transfer window thus far. After kicking the summer off with Trent Aleander-Arnold's exit, the Reds moved quickly to transform Arne Slot's squad in his second summer in charge. Figures such as Florian Wirtz and Milos Kerkez have arrived, while Anfield has said farewell to Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz. There has been significant change as Liverpool set out to retain their title. But the final week or so is set to be dominated by Alexander Isak with Slot's team even set to face Newcastle in that time. The Reds remain ready to make an offer but have yet to be encouraged to do so by Newcastle. "As explained to Alex and his representatives, we must always take into consideration the best interests of Newcastle United, the team and our supporters in all decisions and we have been clear that the conditions of a sale this summer have not transpired," said Newcastle in a statement following Isak speaking out. "We do not foresee those conditions being met." With that said, Mirror Football takes a look at the latest transfer news and rumours. Isak opportunity It appeared as if Newcastle held all the cards in the Alexander Isak saga, but that could all be different next summer. There are still three years remaining on the Swede's contract at St James' Park but if Liverpool can wait anotheer season, they will have a fine opportunity to get their man. That is because of the Lassana Diarra verdict and the interim changes to Article 17 of FIFA's Regulations on the Transfer and Status of Players. This would allow Isak to move without the say-so of his club, in a manner more similar to an everyday employee, per ESPN. Article 17 can be invoked within 15 days of the final match of the season by players who have fulfilled three years under contract at a club. It would allow Isak to depart in a unilateral breach of contract, and Newcastle would still be entitled to compensation. That figure would be an uncertain one decided by the Dispute Resolution Chamber of FIFA's Football Tribunal if clubs can't come to an agreement. It could even seee Isak intially move for free, while a compensation fee is hashed out in a process that could take 18 months to 2 years. Reds exit Liverpool youngster Lewis Koumas is the latest player set for a permanent exit from Anfield. The 19-year-old is being chased by Birmingham City and Wrexham after a successful spell on loan with Stoke City last season, per The newly promoted sides are joined by Sheffield United, Norwich City, Preston North End and Hull City in holding an interest. It is Birmingham and Wrexham, who lead the pursuit for Koumas however. The teenager was absent from the under-21s' Premier League 2 defeat at Leicester City on Monday evening and is expected to depart before the transfer deadline. Guehi theory Sean Dyche has suggested that Crystal Palace may have reneged on an agreement to sell Marc Guehi this summer. The defender has been the subject of transfer interest from Liverpool and is with the final year of his contract. Speaking on the No Tippy Tappy Football podcast, Dyche said: 'When you make a lot of signings, you do the agreement for their contract, but we'll sort out a gentleman's agreement where we say we'll honour the player with an agreement off the record. 'Now you never know whether that's been said there. With Guehi, and I imagine this is what's happened, probably a year ago, they said, 'Look, we get it, you're going to stick with us'. And last summer, he stuck with it. Again at Christmas, he stuck with it. They might have said, 'By next summer, we'll know what's going to happen'. 'And if he's a good professional, which he seems fantastic to me, he doesn't want to go out there and start saying all that. But at one point, he might have to go, 'Hang on a minute, they told me that if we do this, this, and this, then they'll let me have my chance'."
Glasgow Times
42 minutes ago
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Thursday's briefing: Celtic have work to do as Arsenal look to hijack Eze move
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The Herald Scotland
an hour ago
- The Herald Scotland
Thursday's briefing: Celtic have work to do as Arsenal look to hijack Eze move
Wantaway Newcastle striker Alexander Isak drew criticism from former Magpies captain Alan Shearer. Bhoys fail to spark Celtic still have plenty of work to do to reach the Champions League after being held to a frustrating goalless draw in the first leg of their play-off against Kairat Almaty at Parkhead. In Brendan Rodgers' 800th match as a manager, there was no traditional early onslaught by the Hoops as the accomplished Kazakh side more than matched their Scottish hosts. However, with Yang Hyun-jun on for Adam Idah and Daizen Maeda moving to centre forward at the start of the second half, Celtic stepped up the pace and piled on the pressure, but could not find a way through despite 10 added minutes. Rodgers continues to look to strengthen his squad, but for now will push on as best they can. 'I just have to accept where it is at,' he said, 'We will now get ready for Saturday and then the long haul on Sunday, then we will try and get through.' Gunners step up Eberechi Eze interest Eberechi Eze has been preparing for Crystal Palace's Europa Conference League play-off on Thursday (John Walton/PA) Arsenal are set to hijack north London rivals Tottenham's pursuit of Eberechi Eze as they await news on Kai Havertz's knee injury. Spurs appeared to be in the driving seat for the forward, with talks progressing over a deal for the 27-year-old. However, the PA news agency understands the Gunners are now exploring a move, with reports suggesting the England international – who was released by Arsenal as a 13-year-old – prefers a switch to Mikel Arteta's side. Their interest has accelerated after Havertz suffered an injury setback during Sunday's Premier League victory over Manchester United, although sources insist it is still too early to give a prognosis on the Germany international. Alexander Isak situation 'very messy' – Alan Shearer Alexander Isak was at Newcastle's training centre on Wednesday (Owen Humphreys/PA) Former Newcastle captain Alan Shearer believes wantaway striker Alexander Isak has poured 'flames on the fire' of his stand-off with the Magpies by accusing the club of breaking promises. Isak has been trying to force a move out of Newcastle all summer, but was frustrated earlier this month when the club rejected an offer from Liverpool, reportedly worth £110million plus add-ons. Having sat out their pre-season tour of Asia and trained alone since – missing Saturday's goalless draw at Aston Villa in Newcastle's Premier League opener – Isak escalated the situation further on Tuesday night with a post on Instagram in which he said 'the relationship can't continue'. Speaking to Betfair, Shearer said: 'I have always said there are two sides to every story, but my feelings are exactly the same – he has gone about it in the wrong way. 'I just think even releasing this statement has thrown flames onto the fire, which he didn't need to do. It is very, very messy for him and for the football club. It doesn't benefit anyone.' What's on today? European football at Selhurst Park. See you tomorrow night ✊ — Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) August 20, 2025 Crystal Palace host Fredrikstad in the first leg of their Conference League play-off at Selhurst Park. Hibernian take on Legia Warsaw at Easter Road, while League of Ireland outfit Shelbourne play Belfast side Linfield and Shamrock Rovers are away at Santa Clara in Portugal. In the Europa League, Aberdeen face a qualifying tie against Romanian champions FCSB. Ahead of the weekend's Premier League matches, several clubs will be holding press conferences – including Liverpool, Chelsea, West Ham, Leeds and Sunderland.
