Newcastle respond to Alexander Isak statement after he accuses club of 'broken promises'

Newcastle United have released an official statement reacting to star player Alexander Isak's controversial claims on social media regarding his transfer plans.

As several of the best players in the Premier League celebrated their talents at the annual Professional Football Awards (PFA) in Manchester on Tuesday night, one man was notably absent.

Despite being named in the PFA team of the season after scoring 23 goals in 34 Premier League appearances, Newcastle's Isak decided not to attend the ceremony.

Instead, the Sweden international released a damning statement on social media, claiming that 'promises' that had been made to him by Newcastle had been broken, making his desire to leave the club this summer clear.

And now, Newcastle United have responded to their star striker's claims with an official statement reacting to the ongoing transfer saga.

Alexander Isak is eager to join Liverpool this summer. Image: Getty

Throughout the summer, Isak has been strongly linked with a move to join Premier League champions Liverpool in what would be a British record transfer between £120-150million.

But Newcastle's new statement reaffirms that, despite him sharing his intentions to leave online, they do not plan to sell the striker this summer as it is not in the best interest of the club.

In a post across the club website and social media, Newcastle United stated: "We are disappointed to have been alerted to a social media post by Alexander Isak this evening.

"We are clear in response that Alex remains under contract and that no commitment has ever been made by a club official that Alex can leave Newcastle United this summer.

"We want to keep our best players, but we also understand players have their own wishes and we listen to their views.

"As explained to Alex and his representatives, we must always take into consideration the best interests of Newcastle United, the team and our supporters in all decisions and we have been clear that the conditions of a sale this summer have not transpired.

"We do not foresee those conditions being met.

"This is a proud football club with proud traditions and we strive to retain our family feel. Alex remains part of our family and will be welcomed back when he is ready to rejoin his teammates."

It appears likely that Alexander Isak will stay at Newcastle this summer. (Image: Getty)

The 25-year-old reportedly views Liverpool as the only club he wants to join, despite interest from Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal, with Reds manager Arne Slot said to view the move as his dream transfer.

But with Newcastle standing firm that he is not for sale, it is looking increasinly likely that Isak will remain a player for the Magpies this season and will therefore have to reintegrate into the squad in the coming weeks.