NEWCASTLE have confirmed the club-record signing of Alexander Isak from Real Sociedad in a deal rising to £63million.
SunSport reported earlier in the week how the Magpies had struck a deal with the Spanish side to bring the Swedish striker to St James’ Park.
And now the Toon have officially unveiled the arrival of the 22-year-old on a long-term contract.
His transfer smashes their previous record fees of £40m which they paid to sign Joelinton and Bruno Guimaraes.
Isak is now expected to go straight into Eddie Howe’s starting XI in Sunday’s away clash against Wolves at Molineux.
Speaking to Newcastle’s website, Isak said: “I’m delighted to have it done. It was a big, big decision for me but it is a decision I am really happy with.
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“It is a great, historical club that I think anyone would like to play for, with amazing fans.
“They were a big part of why I came here – and also the club’s project, which is one that I really believe in.
“You always want to go into a team and know how they play.
“I think Newcastle play very attractive football and I want to be a part of that.”
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Boss Howe remarked: “I’m very excited that Alexander has chosen to join us.
“He is an outstanding talent who is capable of making a big contribution to the team.
“He is technically very good, with a mix of attributes that will complement us, but he is also at a great age to grow with this club.
“I want to thank the club’s owners and transfer committee for bringing Alexander to Newcastle. We are all delighted to have him on board.”
Isak, who will wear the No14 shirt, is Newcastle’s fourth major signing of the summer following the arrivals of Matt Targett, Nick Pope and Sven Botman.
He has already found the back of the net this season after scoring in Sociedad’s 4-1 defeat against Barcelona last weekend.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
