Newcastle now ignored Alexander Isak completely as Eddie Howe sends message to Liverpool

The atmosphere around a football club can often feel like its own world, especially when a major story dominates the headlines. For Newcastle United, that story has been the ongoing situation with Alexander Isak.

The Swedish striker, a key player and fan favorite, has been absent from the team as he tries to push through a move to Liverpool. It’s a scenario that could easily create tension, distraction, or division within the squad. But according to defender Tino Livramento, the reality inside the dressing room is completely different.

In a recent interview, Livramento offered a glimpse into how the players are handling the constant speculation and noise from outside.

His message was clear: the team has chosen to focus on what they can control and ignore everything else. He credited manager Eddie Howe for creating an environment where outside influences simply don’t penetrate.

The training ground remains a positive space, a place where the players can work together, support each other, and concentrate on the task at hand—winning football matches.

This unified approach was on full display during Monday night’s match against Liverpool. Despite the emotional backdrop of Isak’s desired move to the Merseyside club, Newcastle produced a performance full of heart, fight, and togetherness.

Even after going down to ten men and conceding two early goals, they fought back to level the score, showing a resilience that speaks volumes about the character within the group.

The eventual late defeat was heartbreaking, but it did nothing to diminish the pride they felt in their effort.

Livramento also made an interesting point about the team’s start to the season. While the results one point from two matches might not look ideal on paper, the performances have been full of promise.

He compared this beginning to the start of last season, when the team was winning matches but not always playing well. This time, it’s the opposite.

The players feel they are returning to their identity: playing aggressive, front-foot football, controlling games, and creating chances. The results haven’t yet reflected their level of play, but the confidence is there that the wins will come.

That sense of optimism is what keeps the group moving forward. Instead of being weighed down by the Isak situation or frustrated by unlucky results, the players are excited to train, eager to improve, and united in their belief that they are on the right path.

The outside noise might continue until the transfer window closes, but inside the Newcastle camp, the focus remains unwavering.

It’s a testament to the culture Eddie Howe has built and the maturity of the players, who understand that the only thing that truly matters is what happens on the pitch.