Newcastle Confirms Alexander Isak Signing (2 Viewers)

[MartinGee]

Newcastle United have confirmed the club-record signing of Real Sociedad's Swedish forward Alexander Isak. Earlier this week, it was widely speculated that Eddie Howe's squad was expected to be boosted by the arrival of the Sweden international.

Howe remained coy about a deal being completed when quizzed on the matter after the full-time whistle of Wednesday's EFL Cup win over Tranmere Rovers. On Friday morning, however, it was a different matter as Howe acknowledged that Newcastle were on the brink of finalizing a transfer. The Toon Army has now formally announced that Isak has arrived at St James' Park on a long-term contract.

Isak signed from Real Sociedad for a reported £58 million fee rising up to £63m including add-ons. The 6'4" striker has signed a long-term deal with the Magpies, understood to be six years, and has been given the number 14 shirt. Isak is Newcastle's fourth signing this summer after Matt Targett, Nick Pope, and Sven Botman.

 

[Wonderboy]

Isak is young, fast, and skillful. Newcastle means serious business this season.

 

[Bobby]

Is he going to play Back up to Wilson? Also, what's the faith of Chris Wood now?

 

[CuteJean]

Is he going to play Back up to Wilson? Also, what's the faith of Chris Wood now?

My thoughts exactly. I like him though, he's a good player. Should fit in without hassles.