During his press conference with England, Dan Burn gives his reaction on Alexander Isak’s move from Newcastle to Liverpool.
Dan Burn said that there was no animosity towards Alexander Isak, but the defender added that he was glad the saga was finally over.
It comes days after MailSport reported that a member of Newcastle’s dressing room had to be calmed by a teammate during the transfer saga, seemingly irate at Isak’s conduct.
The squad were divided in their lasting impression of Isak, while some have sympathised, others didn’t agreed in the manner in which Isak has gone about forcing through his move.
Dan Burn admits that he can see why Newcastle fans were upset with the Alexander Isak situation, but also that he wishes the Swedish striker ‘all the best’ 🎙️🥲 pic.twitter.com/sfPA6JLTY6
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) September 5, 2025
Burn said: “I’m glad it’s done. We wanted the transfer window to close to have a bit of clarity on it.
“I’ve been in football long enough to understand that for a player, careers are short. They have things that they want to achieve.
“So, for me, I’m happy it is over. Alex is a mate, so it was a tough situation. You want him to be around to help the team, but you also understand for him what he needs to do personally.
He added: “I’ve got nothing but good wishes for Alex. There’s no animosity.
“As a Newcastle fan, we are very protective of our club and our city. you want players to be there who want to play for Newcastle. Naively, you don’t want them to think there is anywhere to go other than Newcastle.
“So, I understand why our fans are frustrated but I’ve been in the game long enough to understand what goes on.
“I wish Alex all the best apart from when we play Liverpool.”
WHAT HAVE THE OTHER PLAYERS SAID?
Sven Botman said: “What started off as teammates growed [sic] in one of my rare best friendships. No more words needed brother, all the best in your next chapter”.
Anthony Gordon wrote: “Regardless of the situation and what’s gone on. It’s been a pleasure to play with you. One of the best chemistries I’ve had on the pitch and more importantly a great person and teammates. I wish you nothing but the best brother.”
Anthony Elanga responded when asked about Isak’s exit: “It’s been chill. He had a contract with us and right now he’s with Liverpool.
“But we all think he’s a very good player. We’ve lost a good player. But we’ve also signed good players. Hopefully we can look ahead and focus on this season.”
There’s been plenty of focus on the contrasting behaviours and stories of Alexander Isak and Marc Guehi in the transfer window. Both were sought by Liverpool. Both wanted to go. Bigger club, more chance of glory in the elite trophies, etc. Isak forced his way out of Newcastle… pic.twitter.com/x7kg6mm8ha
— Henry Winter (@henrywinter) September 5, 2025
Henry Winter says: There’s been plenty of focus on the contrasting behaviours and stories of Alexander Isak and Marc Guehi in the transfer window. Both were sought by Liverpool. Both wanted to go. Bigger club, more chance of glory in the elite trophies, etc. Isak forced his way out of Newcastle United.
Burn takes a phlegmatic, practical, professional’s approach to a situation that stirred many emotions on Tyneside. Burn gives an insight into dressing-room thinking, understanding the ambitions of others, simply wanting it decided so everyone could move on.
Newcastle were reluctant sellers, and the fee eventually rose to £125m from Liverpool’s starting offer of £110m. Isak felt there were “broken promises”, something Newcastle deny, and refused to play. He eventually got his wish just before deadline day.
This is what Twitter users had to say after Dan Burn gives his reaction on Alexander Isak’s move from Newcastle to Liverpool…
@leecarty8: Gonna have a cracking career in the media after he’s done playing if he doesn’t take to coaching. Navigates stuff like this really well.
@Percycola: I love Dan Burn but he’s missed the point here. I don’t think any #NUFC expects a player to stay at the club their entire career, but they should have respect for the manager, team mates and fans while they are under contract and being well paid.
@LFC_211: Newcastle fans, is this acceptable, or will you hate on Dan Burn as well, like you’ve had an issue with Gordon, Botman and Elanga?
@irontoon_gym: He’s a model pro – he wouldn’t say anything else. May absolutely say something different once he’s retired. Let’s see. Pointless to create more friction unnecessarily for a player.
@_BobbyGunn: The way the media and fans think players will act to one of their mates doing what is right for themselves is hilarious. If you’ve ever been part of a dressing room, you know it’s always the players back you have (unless he’s just a complete prick).
@GeordieButcher: Turns out the rest of our squad are professionals. Well done lads, you show him how to go on! #NUFC
@Davy_Craig: It’s the way he left, but he’s just part of our history now.
@_arrongallagher: Don’t tell the Gordon and Botman out lot players in a close nit group can’t be friends 😂
@dj_potter: Class guy 👏🏽 explains his feelings surrounding it & then still gets asked if there’s any animosity towards him 😂
@pag1953: As reliable off the field as he is on it. Well spoken BDB its time to move on from Isak, we have other more important things to concentrate on at nufc.
@Im_RobM: Now we have to sell Dan Burn ffs #NUFC
@ajirvine89: Oh look are people going to day burn is next to go he wants out. He ain’t loyal? #NUFC fucking gobshites man 🤣
@CraigIrvine93: Nobody cares that he wanted to leave, every player has a right to better themselves. It’s the way he went about it.
@ToonWalt: Suppose we gotta sell Dan Burn now? #NUFC
@goawayamy: he really is the dream person to have playing for you, every team needs a dan burn figure who just gets it
@leecarty8: Gonna have a cracking career in the media after he’s done playing if he doesn’t take to coaching. Navigates stuff like this really well.
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