Alan Shearer is certain that Alexander Isak will remain at Newcastle United for the upcoming campaign, stating that he would be “amazed” if he went despite Chelsea and Arsenal showing interest.
After moving from Real Sociedad to Newcastle two years ago, Isak has rapidly established himself as one of the team’s most vital players, with 35 goals in 67 games at St James’ Park.
Despite Newcastle’s patchy performance last season, the Sweden international stood out, scoring 21 goals in the Premier League.
Isak has attracted interest from Premier League giants Chelsea and Arsenal but Shearer would be ‘amazed and angry’ if he left this summer.
Chelsea have shown the most interest in Isak and are still considering a bid north of £100m for the 24-year-old after Nicolas Jackson’s mixed first season at the club.
However, Arsenal has also been connected to the Newcastle player as they want to add a fresh striker to Mikel Arteta’s roster and improve on their two consecutive Premier League second-place finishes.
Shearer said to Betfair in response to the rumors about Isak’s future, “I’m not that worried about Alexander Isak being linked with other clubs.” He won’t go, in my opinion.
‘I don’t think it can happen. Newcastle supporters would go mad if it happened. What he’s brought to Newcastle and how good a player he is, I’m not sure Chelsea could afford him either.
‘I’ve seen the reports and I don’t think there’s anything in that at all. I’d be amazed, angry and disappointed if he left Newcastle.
‘He’s been linked with a number of clubs and that shows how well he’s done. He had a really good season.
‘We know what he can do in front of goal. He’s a wonderful player. He likes Newcastle. I’d be amazed if he went anywhere.’
Isak responded to speculation he could leave Newcastle earlier this month, saying: ‘I’m enjoying myself very, very much in Newcastle.
‘I just had the best season of my career. That should not be underestimated. I love everything really about the club, the fans, the city.
‘I actually have no thoughts of a move or anything like that. I enjoy myself fantastically well and am very happy with my life.’