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Isak Ultimatum Puts Liverpool on Alert

The Daily Red Podcast on Anfield Index featured a revealing update on Newcastle forward Alexander Isak’s ongoing standoff with his club, with host Dave Hendrick delivering a blunt assessment of the situation. Speaking about the Swedish international’s refusal to return to training or participate in matches, Hendrick said: “Isak Newcastle’s owners held a meeting with him yesterday to try and convince him to stay. I believe this is part of their ‘we tried everything and he just wouldn’t stay’ situation and he told them he’s not staying. He will not stay. He does not want to stay and nothing they can say will convince him to stay.”

Isak Determined to Push for Transfer

Hendrick’s words made it clear that this is not a short-term dispute. He highlighted the strength of the player’s stance, saying: “Isak seems determined to remain on strike until he gets his desired move or the transfer window shuts. And I don’t think the transfer window shutting is going to make him come back and play. I really don’t. I think he’d sit out till January.”

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This development will undoubtedly interest Liverpool, who have long been linked with the striker. The ongoing saga suggests Newcastle are bracing for the worst as their top scorer’s relationship with the club reaches breaking point.

Liverpool Context and Squad News

The Daily Red Podcast also touched on Liverpool squad news following their dramatic 3-2 win over Newcastle, with Hendrick offering clarity on Alexis Mac Allister’s absence. “Alexis missed out yesterday. There was some talk that it might be to do with his wife or is it… his girl is his fiancé anyway, giving birth. That’s not the case. He’s actually injured which isn’t great,” he confirmed.

Hendrick also revealed Roma’s interest in defender Kostas Tsimikas: “Roma want to sign Kostas but they want a loan and we want a permanent sale.” These updates frame a busy period for Liverpool as they prepare for further market moves and fitness updates.

Anfield Index Analysis of Isak Ultimatum

The Isak story dominated the end of Hendrick’s podcast, with his tone leaving no doubt that Newcastle have exhausted all efforts to keep him. With just days remaining in the transfer window, this situation adds a fascinating subplot for Liverpool, who are actively reshaping their forward options under Arne Slot.

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“Even Luke Edwards has admitted that Isak’s stance is that he’s not going to return,” Hendrick added, reinforcing how entrenched the player’s position is. For Liverpool, who continue to explore attacking reinforcements this summer, the Isak saga may represent both an opportunity and a major test of Newcastle’s resolve.