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Eddie Howe confirmed Liverpool's bid for Alexander Isak was swiftly rejected by Newcastle. The striker is currently training at Real Sociedad while the transfer saga unfolds. Howe admitted the situation is "far from ideal" but hopes Isak stays at Newcastle. Meanwhile, Newcastle prepares for a pre-season friendly against Tottenham, marking Son Heung-Min's farewell.

Key Points: Eddie Howe Confirms Liverpool Bid for Isak Was Rejected by Newcastle

  • Liverpool's £110m bid for Isak was instantly rejected by Newcastle
  • Howe admits he was unaware of the bid until after it was turned down
  • Isak remains training at former club Real Sociedad amid uncertainty
  • Newcastle values Isak closer to £150m after his 27-goal season
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'The bid was turned down before I heard about it': Howe on Liverpool's approach for Isak

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe reveals Liverpool's £110m bid for Alexander Isak was rejected, calling the situation "far from ideal" amid transfer uncertainty.

"“The bid was turned down before I heard about it. The situation is far from ideal.” – Eddie Howe"

Seoul, Aug 2

Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe confirmed that a bid was made for striker Alexander Isak and a potential deal will be complex.

As per reports, Liverpool made an offer in the region of 110 million pounds, but their approach was instantly turned down by Newcastle United, who are said to be looking for close to 150 million pounds.

“I think from my situation, I am very much removed from everything that is happening back home. I was made aware there was a bid yesterday. That bid was turned down before I heard about it. There are people back in England dealing with the situation. I really don’t know what is going to happen next, but from our perspective, we still support Alex in every way, and my wish is still that we see him in a Newcastle shirt again,” said Howe in a press conference.

Isak is said to be training at Real Sociedad's training facilities, his former club. Howe revealed the situation is ‘far from ideal’. “I know where he is through the media, so I think from that perspective it’s difficult for me to go into any detail. The situation is far from ideal. It is quite complex. I think that is all I have got to say,” he added.

Isak played a huge role in Newcastle’s solid season, with 27 goals across 42 games in all competitions and secured UCL football for next season, while also ending the team’s trophy drought by lifting the Carabao Cup. Newcastle are currently on their pre-season tour of Asia and will take on Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday.

The game will mark the end of Spurs legend Son Heung-Min’s tenure at the club after announcing his decision to leave the club after 10 years. He will play his final game, in which he will lead the team, at the Seoul World Cup Stadium.

Howe reflected on giving the South Korean a farewell in front of his home supporters. "I think he's one of the legends of the Premier League. We've come up against him many times, as manager of Bournemouth early in his Tottenham career and I thought he was fantastic - his pace, his dribbling ability, his desire to score goals. I thought he was always one of the best players we played against every season," he said.

- IANS

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Shreya B
As an Indian football fan, it's painful to see these insane transfer fees when our national team struggles for basic infrastructure. But Isak is truly world class - 27 goals is no joke!
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Aditya G
Respect to Howe for handling this professionally. In India, our coaches would've created drama on social media by now. Premier League standards are different level!
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Priya S
Son Heung-Min's farewell match in Seoul is more emotional than this transfer saga. Asian players making history in EPL gives hope to our Indian talents too 🇮🇳
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Vikram M
Newcastle should keep Isak at all costs. After decades of mediocrity, they finally have a world-class team. As a Mumbai football fan, I know how precious these moments are!
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Karthik V
The way Howe spoke about Son shows true sportsmanship. In India we're too quick to criticize opponents. Need to learn this grace from top managers.
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Nikhil C
While the transfer drama is exciting, can we talk about how Asian pre-season tours are becoming bigger than actual tournaments? The Seoul match will be epic!

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