Alexander Isak is not traveling with Newcastle United for their pre-season tour in Asia, as he has expressed a desire to leave the club. Newcastle lost 3-2 to Arsenal in Singapore, despite a strong performance compared to their previous match against Celtic. Eddie Howe emphasized the need for more first-team signings ahead of a Champions League season while confirming there is no chance of Isak joining the tour. The team is coping well despite Isak's absence, but the loss of such a quality player is felt.
"It's business as usual for the players. You don't get a chance when you come on to these tours to think of anything other than training, the next game, the level is so high."
"We have to try and be at our best. So, naturally, I think we're going to miss a player of our best quality and the group are going to feel that."
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