Newcastle’s contract negotiations with Alexander Isak – as chief executive Darren Eales sends message to star striker

Newcastle will revisit contract discussions with Alexander Isak at the end of the season – but have reminded their star striker he is already on a long-term deal.

There were talks towards the back end of last season that did not progress. Given the Swede is contracted until 2028 and is among their highest earners, the club took the stance then that a new and improved deal was not possible, especially as others would then expect similar reward.

It remains to be seen whether they can go to the financial level Isak would demand – and deserves – or if he even wants a new deal. His 22 goals this term have elevated him still further when it comes to talk of the world’s best striker, and there is interest from a host of top clubs.

Chief executive Darren Eales insists there is no desire to sell the likes of Isak this summer, as he announced financial results for 2023-24 that paint an improved picture.

And when asked if the club were now in a position to reward the 25-year-old with a contract reflecting his status in the game, Eales said: ‘We’re going to be clear – he has multi years left. We will have the discussions in terms of a new deal, just like we did with Joelinton, Bruno (Guimaraes) or Anthony Gordon. That’s something that we will approach in the summer.’

Mail Sport reported last month that Newcastle will send a message to rival clubs, agents and their own dressing-room by not allowing their best players to leave, even if they miss out on the Champions League this season. So, what would the club’s response be if players asked to go?

Newcastle will revisit contract discussions with Alexander Isak at the end of the season – but have reminded their star striker he is already on a long-term deal.