Alexander Isak of Newcastle United is only 23 years old, but he has already earned 40 caps for Sweden.
That’s a lot for someone his age, and Janne Andersson is attempting to capitalise on it as the Magpies attacker develops both as a player and a footballer.
The Sweden manager was asked about the Newcastle star, who has started the season under Eddie Howe in excellent form, scoring twice in as many appearances, during a press conference prior to the next international matches, as reported by Fotbollskanalen.
That’s because there are some new faces in the national team and he is looking for a striker to lead them.
He say:
“For me, Alex is the player I would like to see more responsibility on the pitch. To advance. I will talk to him. (…) I’m not going to put a lot of pressure on him, but obviously now that he’s had 40 international appearances, he’s a player you need to be able to support a little bit.
This can only be good news for Newcastle, where Isak may still not be considered a leader when he first arrived from Real Sociedad a year ago. However, accumulating experience in such a role for his national team could benefit Eddie Howe in the long run, as the 23-year-old has a contract with St James’ Park until 2028. and obviously an important part of the team. in the very long foreseeable future.
