Newcastle’s Isak Absent in Aston Villa Clash…
Alexander Isak has decided he’d rather be a magician than a forward, as his magical disappearing act leaves Newcastle short for Saturday’s match against Aston Villa. The Swedish striker’s trick? Trying to poof himself away to Liverpool while keeping everyone guessing—like picking up a football version of a rabbit out of a hat. With Liverpool just teasing an offer, no one knows if they’ll throw their hat in the ring again before the transfer deadline. Meanwhile, Isak’s so committed to this one-man show, he’s packed his bags from Tyneside without even learning how to spell “goodbye.”
With three years left munching on his £140,000 weekly wage, Isak would probably build a personal fortress at the training ground if he could! Anthony Gordon leads the charge, with Anthony Elanga showing up fresh like a brand-new car smell. Meanwhile, Marco Bizot stands guard for Aston Villa, taking his chance while Emi Martinez takes an involuntary break. Liverpool can blink if they want Isak—wink, wink. But, as Eddie Howe said, “whatever you’re in for, make the best of it,” reminiscent of a man trying to find a silver lining in a tornado. Howe added that morale took a hit like unlocking a door to find a penguin in a sun hat, but now the team is moving forward splendidly.
