Alexander Isak opens up on 'complicated' Newcastle exit to Liverpool and addresses owners

Alexander Isak has opened up on his summer exit from Newcastle United to Liverpool, describing it as 'complicated', while also addressing questions about the Magpies' Saudi ownership during his first interview since leaving

Alexander Isak has struggled at Liverpool so far(Image: DARREN STAPLES, AFP via Getty Images)

Alexander Isak has described his summer departure from Newcastle United as 'complicated' when questioned about his switch to Liverpool.

The striker has declined to elaborate on or expand upon previous comments regarding 'broken promises' that triggered his transfer to Anfield. Nevertheless, he has chosen to support Newcastle's Saudi ownership despite the disagreement with the club.

Isak reveals he only agreed to speak at all for his first newspaper interview since departing Newcastle because it was to mark receiving the golden ball in Sweden.

When questioned about his Toon departure, the striker told Sportbladet: "I can say this: Things are always more complicated than they seem.

"I have talked about this, but I have not gone into depth. And it is not something that I want to do, based on the fact that I have put it behind me.

"I am focusing forward, there is no benefit in going into it or opening it up – neither for me nor for anyone else. It must remain in the past."

Isak was also questioned by Swedish journalists about his decision to join Newcastle in 2022 and sign for a club under a Saudi regime.

Alexander Isak says his Newcastle exit was complicated(Image: Getty Images)

He declined to explore anything political and said, "We understand how things can be twisted and turned. You can find negative things when it comes to everyone, and different things in our society.

"I think you have to take it for what it is. It's an English club in the best league in the world, a step in your career."

Newcastle splashed out £63 million ($83 million) to Real Sociedad three years ago to secure Isak's departure from La Liga. The transfer proved pivotal in revitalizing his career and establishing him as one of the world's most formidable strikers.

The Swedish forward revealed he didn't give consideration to the club's ownership before making the switch, instead concentrating solely on his ambition to feature in the Premier League.

When questioned whether players ought to face criticism for joining the Magpies, he responded, "No. I think that's a very long shot. It's a Premier League club, playing in England, in the best league in the world.

"If you have that option, it feels very far-fetched that you should say no to it because of their owners. From my perspective, a footballer's perspective, as I said, you go to a Premier League club."

When pressed on whether choosing Liverpool was a straightforward decision, he answered, "Yes.

“That was the most interesting thing for me. I felt pretty early on that this was where I wanted to go. A holistic picture (is what attracted me). The club's history, where the club is today and the next steps it will take."