Alexander Isak has broken his silence on his stunning £125m move from Newcastle United to Liverpool.
‘I feel amazing,’ he said.
‘It’s been a long journey to get here. But I’m super-happy to be a part of this team, this club and everything it stands for. It’s something I’m proud of and I’m really looking forward to it.
‘I’m just happy it’s done and that I can get back to work. I’m looking forward to seeing my teammates and the fans, and getting back out there.
‘I think I have a lot to give, I think I have a lot to improve. I’m a striker but I always want to give as much as possible to the team, mainly goals but much more than that as well.
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‘I want to win everything. Yeah, [as simple as that].’
Newcastle released a brief and cold statement confirming Isak’s departure.
It read: ‘We cancan announce the sale of striker Alexander Isak to Liverpool for a significant British record transfer fee.
‘The Sweden international joined the Magpies from Real Sociedad in 2022 and made 109 appearances in all competitions.’
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