Now witness the firepower of this fully operational Death Star. Four months, one record transfer and an endless rolling multiverse of internet rage since his last club game, Alexander Isak has now finally rematerialised in physical form. As rust-laden, non-goalscoring club debuts go, Isak’s 57 minutes at Anfield made for a fascinating spectacle. In part for the sheer event glamour, …
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How does it feel to be told you are no longer wanted? Upsetting, obviously, but what about confusing, irritating, heartbreaking? Did you see it coming, or did it hit you where it hurts, like a right-foot volley struck from close range? And how do you respond to it? With denial, perhaps? By pleading for another chance? By lashing out or …
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The Athletic has live coverage of the 2025 summer transfer window. It was around this time of year eight seasons ago when Philippe Coutinho told Liverpool medics that he felt pain in his back, only for scans to reveal there was nothing wrong with him. This came shortly after Liverpool had rejected a series of record bids from Barcelona to …
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There is no sugar-coating it now. There can be no more claim or counter-claim about what Alexander Isak might be thinking and it blows apart Newcastle United’s policy of containment this summer. They have attempted to tough it out, to see through a testing transfer window with the aim of keeping their best player, tip-toeing around the fact that he …
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Newcastle United chiefs have reportedly reacted furiously to Alexander Isak’s public transfer request and will inform the Liverpool target that his behaviour has only harmed his chances of leaving the club. After weeks of uncertainty, Isak went public with his desire to leave Newcastle on Tuesday evening, accusing the Magpies of “broken promises” and insisting he cannot see a way …
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Alexander Isak has told Newcastle United he wishes to leave this summer, sparking a whirlwind of transfer speculation. As one of the world’s pre-eminent strikers, the Sweden international will not be lacking in admirers — but what could be the most plausible move? Our experts assess the 25-year-old’s options, including whether he may stay at Newcastle… Liverpool Liverpool’s interest in …
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