Newcastle warn Alexander Isak he will not be sold this summer regardless of Champions League qualification

The Magpies’ recent poor run of form in the Premier League - losing three of their last four matches - has seen them slip out of the top five, putting their Champions League qualification hopes in jeopardy. This has led to speculation surrounding the futures of several high-profile names, including Isak, Anthony Gordon, and Bruno Guimaraes, as reported by The Daily Mail.

Newcastle’s management is focused on keeping the core of their squad intact while making additions to strengthen the team ahead of the next campaign. Even if some players aspire to compete in the Champions League elsewhere, the club's stance is firm: those ambitions must be realised at St. James’ Park rather than elsewhere.

The drop in performance during defeats against Bournemouth, Fulham, and Manchester City has raised concerns among the club hierarchy, especially in contrast to the dominant display they produced against Arsenal in their Carabao Cup semi-final triumph. Despite this inconsistency, securing a Champions League return remains a priority for both the club and its players. Manager Eddie Howe acknowledged that some members of the squad were unsettled last summer when the club was forced to sell promising talents such as Elliot Anderson and Yankuba Minteh to balance the books. A return to Europe’s elite competition would go a long way in calming any lingering uncertainties within the squad.

Despite the substantial investment from the owners, there has been little tangible progress on major infrastructure projects such as stadium expansion or training ground upgrades. Additionally, a lack of major signings across the last three transfer windows has led to questions in the dressing room about the club’s long-term ambitions. However, with official announcements expected soon regarding these off-field projects, there is renewed optimism that the club is on the verge of an ambitious new phase.

Newcastle’s message to potential suitors is clear: they are not looking to offload their best players. Instead, the club wants Isak, Guimarães, Gordon, and others to remain part of their long-term vision, helping Newcastle push for a Champions League return, whether that be this season or in the near future. They are just a few points behind fourth-placed Manchester City and a strong run of form in the business end of the season can revive their European fortunes.