Newcastle United chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan has issued a clear directive to the club’s senior leadership: star striker Alexander Isak is not for sale this summer. Amid swirling transfer speculation linking the Swedish international with some of Europe’s top clubs, Al-Rumayyan has made it abundantly clear that he views Isak as untouchable, signaling the club’s intent to build around their talismanic forward.
Isak, 25, has been in scintillating form this season, notching an impressive 23 goals across all competitions, including a decisive strike in Newcastle’s recent 2-1 victory over Liverpool in the 2025 Carabao Cup final. That win, which ended the Magpies’ 70-year wait for major domestic silverware, underscored Isak’s value to the team—and to Al-Rumayyan personally. The chairman, who also serves as governor of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), Newcastle’s majority owners, was in attendance at Wembley, celebrating alongside fans and players as Isak lifted the trophy.
Reports indicate that Al-Rumayyan, a known admirer of Isak’s playing style, has instructed club executives to reject any offers for the forward when the transfer window reopens in the summer of 2025. This stance comes despite interest from heavyweights like Arsenal, Liverpool, and Barcelona, all of whom have reportedly scouted the former Real Sociedad star this season. Sources suggest that Newcastle’s hierarchy, backed by PIF’s financial muscle, sees Isak as central to their long-term vision of establishing the club as a dominant force in English and European football.
“Alexander Isak is not just a player; he’s a cornerstone of what we’re building here,” a club insider reportedly said. “Yasir has made it clear—he’s his favorite, and there’s no price tag on him.” With Isak’s contract running until June 2028, Newcastle holds a strong negotiating position, and any suitors would likely need to table an astronomical bid—well in excess of £100 million—to even prompt a conversation.
The decision reflects a broader shift at Newcastle, where financial stability and ambition are increasingly aligned. After navigating Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) challenges in recent years, the club is now in a position to retain its biggest assets while planning further squad investment. Al-Rumayyan’s commitment was further evident in his post-final declaration at Wembley: “That’s the first—and it’s not going to be the last.” His words have fueled optimism among fans that the Carabao Cup triumph is merely the beginning of a trophy-laden era.
Isak himself has remained coy about his future, focusing instead on his current contributions. “I’m happy here, and we’ll see what happens at the end of the season,” he said ahead of the cup final. While talks over a potential new contract are slated for the summer, Newcastle’s qualification for the Champions League could play a pivotal role in securing his long-term commitment.