Alexander Isac made a concrete decision and this was revealed by Athletic and David Ornstein this morning. He is not coming out to play to Newcastle again, not even should the transfer window close. This brave step places the club at a difficult position. What do this mean towards Newcastle and how Eddie Howe would react?
Key Takeaways
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This is a big problem for coach Eddie Howe and the team.
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Isac’s choice is surprising because he usually acts differently.
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Newcastle is trying to strengthen their defense with Malik Chow from AC Milan.
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The club wants to keep growing despite the Isac issue.
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Many top teams want Guéhi because he is a great player.
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Guéhi needs to play regularly, especially before the World Cup.
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Chelsea might sign Guéhi because their defender Levi Colwell is injured.
Eddie Howe Faces a Tough Challenge
Eddie Howe probably wanted to retain Isac and made the team making it stronger. Nevertheless, now that Isac has made his position plain, Howe will have to cope with the consequence. The club will not want to allow Isac to leave until when they have found alternatives. Such a strategy will be useful in terms of balance in the squad.
Newcastle will suffer in case Isac does not agree to come back. Add to this even greater pressure since this season has Champions League football. A complex couple of months will lie ahead of the club and fans.
Isac’s Unusual Decision Surprises Teammates
The question that would come to your mind is whether Isac is behaving as expected of him by the teammates. To people who have known him, this is not part of his character. Newcastle is a large club, however, there was an offer of Liverpool seemingly a factor in Isac decision making.
Players do not push transfers this openly. But Isac nonetheless appears to be on a course to do so, no matter what happens. This verdict presents to challenge the club and its fans.
Dressing Room Dynamics: Staying United Amidst Uncertainty
Eddie Howe has just admitted that the situation of Isac influences other players. As teammates go, it is hard to continue doing things as normal when a star does not want to play.
But the players in the football games know why each one makes a decision. Probably, Isac does not train with the team. In case of a change in circumstances, the team will embrace him within a very short time. They would like to get over the situation and concentrate on their objectives.
This is dynamic in the aspect of a temporary fallout between friends. They make peace after some moments of silence and resume collaboration.
Training Separately: The Mental and Physical Challenge
You have trained out of the first squad, haven? t you? How does that feel?
Individual training may be lonely. You are still a member of the club, but there is drift. The fact that I was in the same type of situation with other players assisted me psychologically.
This might be a burden to Isac who can sometimes train individually. The quality of his fitness, the injury level and support by staff will influence the way he manages.
Isac’s Current Training Routine: Flexible but Lonely
When I trained alone, I would be able to participate in group sessions, go jogging alone or go to the gym. The decision depended on me.
I am not sure whether Isac has his personal fitness personnel or the level of injury he has. In the end, he will make a choice on how to maintain fitness in the course of the transfer saga.
| Player | Position | Age | Contract Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamal Lel | Centre Back | — | Final Year | Contract ending soon |
| Fabian Share | Right Back | — | — | Experienced, nearing career end |
| Manik Charles | Centre Back | Young | — | Physical, played in Serbia |
| Malik Chow | Centre Back | Young | New Signing | From AC Milan, strong prospect |
Newcastle is looking to sign Malik Chow of AC Milan. He has been utilizing medical exams and he seems to be set to join.
James says this signing will address a long-existing gap. Newcastle have been pursuing a defensive reinforcement since more than a year now. They approached Crystal Palace in the attempt to buy Marc Guehi but were unsuccessful.
Chow has youth and physicality and experience in a tough Serbian league. His coming is an indicator of how Newcastle are keen on strengthening the team despite the Isac uncertainty.
Other Transfer Rumors: Nottingham Forest and Liverpool
Monaco defender Sonutu Masa was being chased by Nottingham Forest who were said to be willing to offer 1 million pounds plus add-ons. They were also interested in Kostas Tsimikas of Liverpool.
The summer transfer window could force Liverpool to sell their defender and captain Marc Guehi. Recently, Guhe confessed that the loss of such stars on a free basis is a formidable issue.
Marc Guéhi: Crystal Palace’s Likely Departure
Among the important players in Palace, such as Guhe, Eza, Mateta and Watton, Guhe is the one that strikes because of his contract. He must be probably put off.
The dilemma was openly discussed by Chairman Steve Parish. As a smaller club, they have to be realistic palace. They cannot afford to lose Guhei without any price.
Palace turned down big offers of Newcastle and Tottenham to Guehi last summer. They now are faced with the unfortunate prospect of selling out because his contract is about to run its term.
Guhei has aided Palace become stabilized in the Premier League. He is the club captain and one of the prominent players of England. The departure of the person would be a blow to the Palace aspirations.
Where Could Guéhi Go?
Which club ought to be the next step of Guehi? Palace seeks optimum financial terms. Before the World Cup, Guhe must have regular playing time.
Liverpool presents good defensive competitiveness but is able to offer the game time. Newcastle and Tottenham have decent center back partnerships as well but are still interested.
Chelsea may be an alternative. They require defensive reinforcements following the injury of Levi Colwell in his ACL. Guhe understands Chelsea and this brings attraction.
Guéhi will get options. However, Palace has difficult facts to contend with in allowing their captain to leave.
