Ex-player Chris Waddle has recommended Newcastle United to act decisively as the transfer period nears its end. He argues that the sale of Alexander Isak would be beneficial for everyone involved, although he is not happy with the way the striker has managed the situation.
Following Newcastle’s 3-2 loss to Liverpool on Monday, the former Magpies and England star proposed that both teams were waiting for this match to conclude before advancing on a potential agreement.
He also advised Newcastle to actively consider potential replacements, including Wolves’ Jorgen Strand Larsen.
Chris Waddle: “I think Alexander Isak’s handling of his Newcastle United future has not been good.”
Waddle said, “Now that the Liverpool match is done, I anticipate some developments,” speaking on behalf of esportsbets.
“I believe both clubs were waiting for that to be over. Newcastle has been trying to identify a replacement – Jacob Strand Larsen from Wolves is one of the names under consideration.
“However, Isak has made his position clear, and in my opinion, there is no point in keeping him if he is not willing to fully commit to Newcastle. Just accept the money. It is the correct course of action.”
Waddle is particularly critical of the way Isak and his representatives have handled things, accusing them of lacking transparency and respect towards the club and its fanbase.
Waddle stated, “I dislike the amount of power players have at football clubs, and I don’t believe he has handled this well. If he wanted to leave, he should have communicated that clearly at the start of the summer. He should have spoken to Eddie Howe and said, ‘Thank you for some great seasons, but I want to try something new,’ but he didn’t do that.
“People would have respected that more. They might not have liked it, but they would have understood it better. Newcastle fans have every right to be annoyed. He and his representative have approached this incorrectly.”
With only a few days left in the transfer window, Newcastle is facing a crucial decision. They can either keep a player who might not be fully dedicated or sell him and rebuild their attack with a replacement who is willing to commit to Howe’s plan. Waddle believes the answer is obvious – and it involves parting ways with the Swedish striker.
