Isak says he sees no future for himself at Newcastle due to claims that “promises have been broken” and “trust is lost”. A transfer request appears to be the logical solution having already burnt his bridges with the fans and the club. Isak has, informally, requested a transfer. However, formally requesting a transfer has some knock-on effects.

Isak’s refusal to ever play for Newcastle again even after the transfer window closes just simply isn’t realistic. Like any child who has thrown a tantrum and promised to run

A furious Alexander Isak went public with his frustrations at Newcastle as he attempts to force through a British-record transfer to Premier League champions - but what happens next?