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Isaac refuses to play for Liverpool, completely angering fans, and the transfer storm is deadlocked

10:55am, 26 August 2025【Football】

Newcastle United striker Isaac has refused to represent the team in order to facilitate the transfer to Premier League champion Liverpool. The Swedish international was confirmed to be absent on Monday, which caused strong dissatisfaction among home fans. Newcastle fans expressed their anger towards Isaac on their way to St. James' Park Stadium before the game. The once-popular shooter was despised for his insistence on leaving the team. His decision to absent from this focus game not only angered the fans, but was also regarded as disrespect for the club.

Although Isaac's name is still mentioned frequently, his position in the hearts of fans has plummeted. The deep tradition of loyalty in Newcastle fan culture is in stark contrast to Isaac's behavior. Legendary shooter Alan Shearer also publicly criticized his lack of loyalty.

Isaac is 26 years old and is entering the golden period of his career. Liverpool is indeed more attractive in terms of historical honors, club size and competitive prospects, making it a destination for many players. In history, 7 players have transferred from Newcastle to Liverpool, winning 35 important championships with the team, while Newcastle only won one trophy during the same period - the League Cup won by defeating Liverpool last season.

In that Wembley final, Isaac performed well to score the winning goal, and the picture of him looking at Salah was also printed on the program, which now seems like a prophecy. After joining Newcastle, Isaac made 109 appearances and scored 62 goals, breaking through the top goalkeeper's fingers many times, proving his value in the competition.

The current transfer deadlock stems from two aspects: one is that Liverpool's £110 million quotation is far from Newcastle's valuation of £150 million; the other is that Isaac's radical approach of refusing to participate is in contrast to Eze's recent professional attitude when he transferred from Crystal Palace to Arsenal.

Newcastle coach Eddie Howe said that if Isaac still does not leave the team after the transfer window is closed, the club is willing to accept him again. However, considering the players' intention to go to the table and the possible impact of the locker room, it is still unknown whether the two sides can truly repair the relationship. There have been precedents in history when a player fails to transfer, but they usually only last for one season. Most fans believe that what the team needs more now is a fair offer and a decent farewell.