Isak saga not main reason for Newcastle's poor campaign
Newcastle United's struggles this season cannot be solely attributed to the departure of Alexander Isak. The club has made structural changes, including hiring a chief executive and a sporting director, to improve operations. Despite Isak's importance, other teams have managed to adapt and succeed after losing key players.
- ▪Newcastle sold Alexander Isak to Liverpool on deadline day after initially holding firm.
- ▪The club has since appointed a chief executive and a sporting director to improve its structure.
- ▪Head coach Eddie Howe acknowledged that Isak's exit marked the end of a certain type of Newcastle team.
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