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OFFICIAL: Newcastle sign Alexander Isak for a club-record fee

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– Newcastle have signed Sweden striker Alexander Isak from Real Sociedad on a long-term deal understood to be worth about £60m.

– The 22-year-old becomes the Magpies’ fourth signing of the summer after Matt Targett, Nick Pope and Sven Botman.

– Isak scored 44 goals in 132 appearances for Sociedad, and has nine in 37 caps for his country.

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– “It was a big, big decision for me but it is a decision I am really happy with,” he said.

– “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.”

– Ex-Borussia Dortmund player Isak’s arrival at St James’ Park boosts Newcastle’s attacking options given the injury record of Callum Wilson, who is currently out with a hamstring strain.

– Newcastle boss Eddie Howe said: “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.”

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