Isak makes stunning allegations of mistrust on Newcastle as the transfer saga takes an ugly and toxic turn.
‘Trust is lost’: Isak accuses Newcastle of broken promises in transfer drama.
Tuesday night, Alexander Isak, a striker for Sweden, accused Newcastle of violating his trust and breaking commitments, threatening to turn their standoff into a full-scale civil war. He said their relationship “could not continue” in a fiery Instagram post.
As they struggle to find replacements, Newcastle has at least so far shown resistance to Isak’s attempts to push a move to Liverpool over the summer, turning down one bid of £110 million.
The striker, who was nominated for the top title, was supposed to attend the Professional Footballers’ Association players’ player of the year awards in Manchester on Tuesday. However, he apologised via his controversial social media post.
Isak’s remarks rocked the halls of power at St. James’ Park shortly after Mohamed Salah of Liverpool took home the major award for the third time.
Isak’s explosive statement
“When promises are broken and trust is lost, the relationship can’t continue,” he posted after expressing pride at being voted on to the PFA Premier League team of the 2024-25 season.
After expressing gratitude to his teammates and “everyone at Newcastle” for their support, Isak put more pressure on the team’s Saudi Arabian owners to approve his long-desired transfer to Anfield.
“I’m not at the ceremony tonight,” he posted. “With everything going on, it didn’t feel right to be there.
“I’ve kept quiet for a long time while others have spoken. That silence has allowed people to push their own version of events, even though they know it doesn’t reflect what was really said and agreed behind closed doors.
“The reality is that promises were made and the club has known my position for a long time. To now act as if these issues are only emerging is misleading.
“When promises are broken and trust is lost the relationship can’t continue. That’s where things are for me right now – and why change is in the best interests of everyone, not just myself.”