Swedish striker Aleksander Isak He did not fly to Newcastle in Singapore, where the Magpies will begin their pre-season tour of Asia.
The English club reports that the striker’s absence from the squad is not related to rumors of a possible transfer, but to a health issue – Isak has a minor thigh injury.
On July 27, Newcastle will play Arsenal in Singapore, then travel to Korea, where the team is expected to play an exhibition match against a team of local league stars, as well as a clash with Tottenham.