Eddie Howe announced that Alexander Isak will miss the remainder of Newcastle United's Asia tour due to a minor thigh injury. Isak did not travel to Singapore for the initial match. Despite not playing, there are reports he requested to leave Newcastle, attracting interest from Liverpool and Al-Hilal. Newcastle lost 3-2 to Arsenal and will proceed to South Korea for future matches. Howe recognizes the need for additional signings, stating the current transfer window has presented challenges, with missed opportunities for other players.
Eddie Howe confirmed Alexander Isak will not join Newcastle United on the Asia tour, citing a minor thigh injury, despite reports he wants to leave the club.
Newcastle lost 3-2 to Arsenal and will continue the Asia tour in South Korea, where they face a K-League XI followed by a match against Tottenham.
Anthony Elanga scored against Arsenal as Newcastle's sole summer signing. Howe acknowledges the need for further signings, emphasizing that the transfer window has been challenging.
Newcastle's pursuit of players like Yoane Wissa and Benjamin Sesko has been complicated, with missed opportunities for Hugo Ekitike and James Trafford.
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