The Magpies completed the signing of Swedish player Alexander Isak from Real Sociedad with a club-record £59m transfer.
A little about the topic
Sweden’s young international striker Alexander Isak has contacted Newcastle United on a long-term contract. Alexander Isak could look forward to becoming their new center of attack after previously hitting 44 goals in 132 appearances for La Liga’s employers.
Swedish football player Alexander Isak has spent the past three years in Spain, also earning 37 caps for his country, and was awarded the No. 14 shirt at St James’ Park – previously worn by the likes of Charles N’Zogbia, Temur Ketsbaia and David Ginola.
What did Alexander Isak say?
Swedish striker Alexander Isak told the club’s official website that he’s glad it’s done. According to Alexander Isak, it was a big, big decision for him, but it’s a decision that the Swedish footballer is really happy with.
The Swedish footballer says it’s a great, historic club that he thinks anyone would love to play for, with amazing supporters. According to Alexander Isak, they were a big part of why he came here – as well as the project of the club, which he really believes in. Alexander Isak also said that you always want to go to a team and know how they play. Alexander thinks Newcastle United play very attractive football and he wants to be a part of it.
A little about Alexander Isak
Alexander Isak scored nine goals in 37 games for Sweden and became the youngest goalscorer in his country’s history when he opened his scoring against Slovakia at 17 in 2017.
What’s next for the Swedish striker?
English manager Eddie Howe could hand Isak his Magpies debut when they take part in the Wolves trip on Sunday, but if that fixture comes too soon, the forward will likely take his bow against the Reds on August 31st.