Liverpool’s Isak ‘forever grateful’ to Newcastle
Alexander Isak said it had “been an honour” to play for Newcastle as he
thanked the club’s supporters in a farewell message following his move
to Liverpool.
The Sweden striker joined the Merseyside club on deadline day on Monday
for a British record transfer fee of £125m after a drawn out transfer
saga.
Isak scored in Newcastle’s 2-1 win over Liverpool in the Carabao Cup
final in March as the club won their first domestic trophy in 70 years.
However, in the summer he said he wanted to leave the Magpies and has
not played for them this season.
Newcastle issued a terse 37-word statement on their website to announce
that Isak had made the move to Anfield, but the 25-year-old offered a
more heartfelt reflection on his time on Tyneside.
“I want to express my gratitude to my team-mates, the staff, and above
all, the city of Newcastle and all the amazing supporters for the three
unforgettable years we shared together,” Isak said in a post on his
Instagram account, external.
“Together, we have written history and brought the club to the place
where it truly belongs.
“It has been an honour to be part of the journey, from reaching the
Champions League to winning the first trophy in over 70 years. Forever
grateful. Thank you, Newcastle.” SOURCE; BBC
