Emil Krafth, Newcastle United defender and teammate of Alexander Isak, has shared his thoughts on the striker’s transfer saga. According to Krafth, the media portrayal of a divided dressing room was inaccurate, and he believes the situation was blown out of proportion. Krafth stated that football players understand each other’s situations, and he wished Isak well in his future endeavors ¹.

Key Points from Krafth’s Comments

– No Animosity: Krafth emphasized that there was no animosity towards Isak from the Newcastle United players, despite his high-profile transfer to Liverpool.

– Understanding the Situation: Krafth understood the frustration of Newcastle fans who wanted to keep their best player, but he also empathized with Isak’s desire to take the next step in his career.

– Media Misrepresentation: Krafth felt that the media wrote about a divided locker room, which wasn’t true. He attributed this to a lack of understanding of the situation.

Isak’s Perspective

Isak himself has commented on the transfer, expressing relief that the situation was resolved before focusing on his new role at Liverpool. He acknowledged that there would be discussions and debates about the transfer for a long time but was happy with the final result. Isak also mentioned that not everyone has the whole picture regarding his exit from Newcastle United ².

Transfer Details

– British Record Fee: Liverpool signed Isak from Newcastle United for a British record fee of £125 million.

– Newcastle’s Stance: Newcastle United had made it clear that Isak was not for sale, with manager Eddie Howe publicly stating he didn’t want to see his star striker leave.

– Isak’s Statement: Isak released a statement claiming promises were broken by Newcastle, leading to a breakdown of trust ².