After being friendly with Espanyol on Friday night, Hau said: “We had debate. It’s clear that he can’t get involved in the group. I don’t know how long that will last. It’s clear that at this point we can’t get him into the team.
“He trains later than the rest of the teams. There has been debate since the tour. I don’t think there’s any disciplinary action going on. He’s here, so he has a future in Newcastle.
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Isaac is not expected to be featured in a final season clash with Atletico Madrid, as he did not play part of the 2-2 draw against Espanyol. When asked if he could feature in the opening game of next week’s new season, Howe replied.
“I want him to train tomorrow. We want the players to be with us. Let it be absolutely clear. There’s no part of me that doesn’t want that outcome.
Hau was later asked by the British coach to answer whether Newcastle could stop Isaac from leaving for good.
Newcastle welcomes a visit to St James Park in Liverpool following the opening match of Agaisund Villa of the season. Following that, Magpies made a trip to the newly promoted Leeds United, in their first match after the Wolves’ international break.
