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Topics: Newcastle United, Alexander Isak, Liverpool, Football
Marcus Chan
Topics: Newcastle United, Alexander Isak, Liverpool, Football
A Newcastle United player reportedly had to be 'calmed down' after a meeting about Alexander Isak.
On Monday night, the story that dominated the entire summer transfer window finally came to a close.
After weeks of speculation, Isak left Newcastle to join Liverpool in a British record deal worth a reported fee of £125 million.
The Swedish international was Liverpool's final signing of the summer, having already added the likes of Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez and Giovanni Leoni to their squad.
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Prior to making his move to Anfield, Isak pulled out all the tricks in order to force his way out of Newcastle.
The 25-year-old was left out of Eddie Howe's squad for the club's pre-season tour before declaring his desire to explore a move away.
After being left frustrated by a lack of progress on the deal, Isak reportedly stated that he will not play for Newcastle again.
Last month, the Swede also took to social media to claim that the club had broken its 'promises'.
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A new report by the Daily Mail has uncovered new details about the transfer saga that went on for months.
It has been suggested that Newcastle bosses 'needed' the Isak sale to happen after splashing big money on German striker Nick Woltemade, who arrived for a club-record deal worth up to £69 million.
The report stated: "Sources close to the situation have said in recent days that some among the hierarchy were becoming 'nervous'. In committing the money on Woltemade - taking summer spends to £200m - they needed the sale to happen, both from a perspective of PSR and dressing-room harmony."
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In addition, it has been suggested that senior players in the dressing room were left unimpressed by Isak's conduct.
After a meeting related to Isak's future, the report claimed that one player had to be 'calmed down by a compatriot'.
Following his move to Liverpool, Isak said: "I feel amazing. It’s been a long journey to get here. But I’m super-happy to be a part of this team, this club and everything it stands for. It’s something I’m proud of and I’m really looking forward to it.
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"I’m just happy it’s done and that I can get back to work. I’m looking forward to seeing my teammates and the fans, and getting back out there."