Newcastle coach: Isaac s matter is difficult to handle. Looking forward to the next round of Liverpool

August 17th news, Newcastle drew 0-0 with Villa in the first round of the 2025-26 Premier League season. After the game, Newcastle coach Eddie Howe talked about the future of the team's top star Isaac.

This summer, Isaac wants to transfer to Liverpool, but the negotiations between the Reds and Newcastle are not going well. Isaac is still training alone. He is determined to leave the team and missed the first round of the Premier League. Eddie Howe said of Isaac's situation that he hopes to resolve the issue as soon as possible, which distracts players and fans. Eddie Howe said: "We want to be united. We want to solve the problem, but we can't control the situation." According to previous reports, Newcastle's asking price for Isaac has dropped to £130 million + floating bonus, but Liverpool's offer did not meet their requirements.

Eddie Howe repeatedly emphasized the team's unity issue in an interview, "If the team cannot be fully united in the Premier League, the game will be very difficult. I think we answered some questions today on a spiritual level. We have to do this often, not just today." In the second round of the Premier League, Newcastle will face defending champion Liverpool at home. Speaking of this game, Eddie Howe said that playing against Liverpool is always full of excitement and is looking forward to this game.