Alexander Isak now ‘much better player’ than when he signed – Eddie Howe
11 months ago

Alexander Isak now ‘much better player’ than when he signed – Eddie Howe

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Newcastle boss Eddie Howe is confident in-form striker Alexander Isak is an even better player now than the one he signed. Isak, now 24, took his tally for the current campaign to 23, 19 of them in the Premier League, with a double in Saturday’s 5-1 victory over Sheffield United as he scored in a seventh successive game at St James’ Park to leave Howe purring over money well spent. He looks in a really good place and I’m enjoying watching him play.” Isak’s contribution against the Blades, who were relegated as a result of their defeat, was key as Newcastle recovered from a shambolic start in which they fell behind to Anel Ahmedhodzic’s fifth-minute header and were fortunate not to slip further adrift as Cameron Archer and Ben Brereton Diaz made life intensely uncomfortable. In the event, the Swede’s expert run and finish from Jacob Murphy’s perfectly-weighted pass ensured they were level at the break, after which it was a different story as Bruno Guimaraes, Isak from the spot and substitute Callum Wilson – who went joint-second in the club’s Premier League scoring stakes on 46 with Peter Beardsley as a result – struck either side of Ben Osborn’s own goal to seal victory.

History of this topic

Alexander Isak provides update on his Newcastle future as Magpies star admits he is yet to hold any talks over new contract
2 weeks, 3 days ago
Carabao Cup: Newcastle boss Eddie Howe expects Alexander Isak to be fit for final against Liverpool
3 weeks, 2 days ago
Alexander Isak STARTS for Newcastle in their FA Cup tie against Brighton after overcoming groin injury - as Eddie Howe reveals his fitness level
4 weeks, 1 day ago
FA Cup 2025: Isak’s availability in question ahead of match against Brighton & Hove Albion
1 month ago
Eddie Howe provides Alexander Isak injury update after striker missed Liverpool clash - and insists Newcastle are NOT over-reliant on star man
1 month ago
Eddie Howe provides encouraging update on Alexander Isak injury
1 month ago
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe makes Alexander Isak claim ahead of Erling Haaland showdown
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Why Arsenal didn't sign a striker in January and how Alexander Isak could make them regret it
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Eddie Howe praises ‘class’ of Alexander Isak as goalscoring run continues
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Eddie Howe hopeful on Alexander Isak availability for Newcastle against Wolves
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Newcastle United's Alexander Isak wins Premier League December Player of the month
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Why Alexander Isak is in demand, who is interested and can Newcastle keep him?
3 months ago
The story of how Newcastle's liquid-limbed goal machine Alexander Isak became football's hottest property - and the secret to keeping him at the club, writes CRAIG HOPE
3 months ago
Revealed: Newcastle 'set HUGE asking price for Alexander Isak'... with top clubs including Arsenal, Real Madrid and Liverpool 'interested in the in-form striker' ahead of January
3 months ago
Eddie Howe says ‘a lot more to come’ from Newcastle striker Alexander Isak
3 months ago
Eddie Howe knows Champions League will help keep Newcastle stars happy
3 months, 1 week ago
Alexander Isak stars to cap a perfect week for Newcastle and Eddie Howe
3 months, 1 week ago
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe hails Alexander Isak’s ‘best performance of season’
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe hails Alexander Isak’s ‘best performance of season’
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal's title bid takes another blow as Alexander Isak's header condemns Mikel Arteta's listless side to a 1-0 defeat at St James' Park - with Declan Rice missing huge chance at the death
4 months, 4 weeks ago
Eddie Howe reveals Newcastle are reluctant to hand Alexander Isak a new contract due to PSR concerns- as the Magpies boss opens up on the 'complex situation'
5 months ago
Eddie Howe provides injury update on Alexander Isak after the Newcastle striker played against Fulham last week with a broken toe before missing their draw with Man City
6 months ago
Eddie Howe must decide if Alexander Isak’s break means a break from the action
6 months ago
Newcastle 'tell Arsenal final decision on Alexander Isak future' as Gunners look to bolster forward line - after Toon quoted price tag above £115MILLION earlier this year
7 months, 4 weeks ago
Alexander Isak speaks out on his Newcastle future amid Arsenal links after Magpies missed out on Europe
9 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal eye Alexander Isak with Newcastle star topping Mikel Arteta’s list of targets
10 months, 4 weeks ago
If Bruno Guimaraes is £100m then Alexander Isak would command more as Newcastle thump Sheffield United 5-1... a side who surrendered in the face of relegation, writes CRAIG HOPE
11 months ago
Newcastle should 'think about' SELLING Alexander Isak to prevent breaking Premier League financial rules, insists Jose Enrique... despite Eddie Howe remaining adamant the Magpies star won't be sold
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Newcastle will NOT sell Alexander Isak this summer, insists Eddie Howe... as he hails 'outstanding talent' amid Arsenal interest in the Swedish striker
11 months, 4 weeks ago
Eddie Howe issues hands-off warning over Alexander Isak
1 year ago
Newcastle optimistic on forward Alexander Isak’s status after groin injury
1 year, 1 month ago
Alexander Isak tells Alan Shearer how he scores his goals: ‘I felt a spark’
1 year, 2 months ago
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe hails Alexander Isak’s battling response against PSG
1 year, 5 months ago
Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak and the ‘explosion’ that set him on course for the top
1 year, 7 months ago
Alexander Isak keeps Newcastle third after comeback win over Brentford
1 year, 11 months ago
Alexander Isak: Champions League qualification would ease cup pain for Newcastle
1 year, 11 months ago
‘I could not miss’: Alexander Isak delighted to keep Newcastle on track
2 years, 2 months ago
Mykhailo Mudryk holds up a Ukraine flag at Stamford Bridge ahead £88m move to Chelsea
2 years, 2 months ago
Miguel Almiron: A closer look at Newcastle star’s recent stunning form
2 years, 4 months ago
Football rumours: Arsenal target Mykhaylo Mudryk will now cost ‘more than Antony’
2 years, 5 months ago
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe CONFIRMS Alexander Isak will be out until December
2 years, 5 months ago
Premier League: Isak not ready for Newcastle’s trip to Manchester United
2 years, 5 months ago
He’s a bargain – Eddie Howe applauds big-money Newcastle signing Bruno Guimaraes
2 years, 5 months ago
Newcastle ‘considering bid for Ukraine winger Mykhaylo Mudryk’
2 years, 6 months ago
Eddie Howe backs Alexander Isak to add ‘X-factor’ after securing Newcastle move
2 years, 7 months ago
Transfer News: Newcastle Break Their Transfer Record to Sign Alexander Isak From Real Sociedad
2 years, 7 months ago
Newcastle transfer news: Alexander Isak confirmed, Joao Pedro latest, James Maddison and more
2 years, 7 months ago
Alexander Isak Set to Complete Club-record Move to Newcastle
2 years, 7 months ago
Alexander Isak jets into England to undergo his medical at Newcastle
2 years, 7 months ago

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