A palpable sense of frustration is mounting within Newcastle United as they find themselves embroiled in a protracted transfer saga surrounding star striker Alexander Isak, with Liverpool FC appearing to hold all the cards in a tense standoff that has left the Magpies in limbo.

Isak’s current situation only adds to the tension, as the prolific forward has been conspicuously absent from Newcastle United’s pre-season fixtures, reportedly due to a minor thigh ailment that has kept him from joining the squad’s international tour and earlier friendly matches.

The pressure is intensifying on Newcastle United’s hierarchy to maintain their firm stance that Alexander Isak is not available for sale this summer, despite persistent long-standing admiration from rivals Liverpool FC, who have yet to formalize their apparent interest.

Reports emanating from the North East suggest that Newcastle bosses are increasingly irritated by the relentless speculation surrounding Liverpool FC’s interest in the Swedish international, especially given the conspicuous absence of any official bid being tabled for the player.

There is a strong suspicion among the St James’ Park faithful and management alike that Liverpool FC is strategically biding its time, waiting to offload a number of their own forwards to generate the necessary funds before making a concrete approach for the coveted striker, creating a drawn-out battle in the Premier League Transfer Rumours.

Compounding Newcastle’s concerns, whispers from sources close to Alexander Isak indicate a discernible inclination from the player himself towards a move to Anfield, having previously expressed to the Newcastle United management a desire for a new challenge away from his current club.

While grappling with the Isak situation, Newcastle United has also been actively scouting other potential additions, notably showing interest in Brentford’s Yoane Wissa, though the London club has shown no immediate willingness to part ways with their forward, adding another layer of complexity to Newcastle’s Transfer Rumours.

Further fueling the speculative fire, Alexander Isak, currently with the Newcastle squad in South Korea, has been observed training with a personal coach in San Sebastian, with Spanish media outlets reporting his return to former club Real Sociedad’s training facilities, an unusual move amid intense Football Transfers speculation.