What lies ahead for Alexander Isak
After a stellar season, Isak began to draw interest during the summer transfer window. Chelsea, in particular, were among the clubs eyeing the former Borussia Dortmund striker as they sought to bolster their attacking options.
While nothing materialized during the summer window, and Isak has been performing well, it’s likely that he will eventually move on from St James’ Park. Howe, however, will hope to keep him at the club for as long as possible.
Soon, the discussion will turn to potential replacements. But does Newcastle have a player in their academy who could become the next Isak?
Newcastle’s next Isak
In recent years, Newcastle hasn’t exactly been known for producing exceptional young talent. While Andy Carroll, an academy product, left for Liverpool in 2011 for a massive £35 million fee after breaking into the first team, since their promotion back to the Premier League in 2017, the club has lacked young players stepping up to make an impact at the senior level.
With Newcastle missing out on European football this season, it’s only natural that supporters would worry about Alexander Isak’s future, especially given his ambition to play in the Champions League.
While nothing materialized during the summer window, and Isak has been performing well, it’s likely that he will eventually move on from St James’ Park. Howe, however, will hope to keep him at the club for as long as possible.
Soon, the discussion will turn to potential replacements. But does Newcastle have a player in their academy who could become the next Isak?
Newcastle’s next Isak
In recent years, Newcastle hasn’t exactly been known for producing exceptional young talent. While Andy Carroll, an academy product, left for Liverpool in 2011 for a massive £35 million fee after breaking into the first team, since their promotion back to the Premier League in 2017, the club has lacked young players stepping up to make an impact at the senior level.
Wilson has less than a year remaining on his contract, and Isak’s future could be in doubt if Newcastle fail to secure Champions League football this season.
Although both may not depart simultaneously, a player like Parkinson could seize the opportunity to fill any gaps in the squad and establish himself as a first-team option in the coming months.
The teenager has frequently trained with the senior squad and made the bench several times last season, indicating that he won’t be overwhelmed by the challenges Howe may set for him.
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