Newcastle United fans are sending a defiant message amidst the ongoing Alexander Isak transfer saga, as the Swedish forward seeks a move to Liverpool. The discontent among the Newcastle faithful has been palpable, reaching a boiling point ahead of their Premier League clash against Liverpool.

Isak's public declaration of his desire to leave Newcastle has fueled the fans' frustration. The Newcastle hierarchy reportedly rejected a bid of £110 million from Liverpool for the 25-year-old, holding out for a figure in excess of £150 million, which would be a British record sale.

The atmosphere surrounding the Newcastle United v Liverpool match has been described as a potential "carnival of hate," with fans directing their anger and resentment toward Isak and the situation. Some fans have expressed their feelings by selling T-shirts with the words "Isak is a rat" outside St James' Park.

Manager Eddie Howe admitted to having spoken with Isak about his future at the end of last season. Newcastle maintains that Isak cannot leave because "the conditions of sale have not materialized". These conditions reportedly include an improved bid from Liverpool and the acquisition of new strikers to replace Isak and Callum Wilson.

The situation has sparked debate about Newcastle's handling of the transfer saga. Some observers argue that the club should have been better prepared for Isak's potential departure, drawing comparisons to clubs like Brighton & Hove Albion, who have a proven track record of identifying and replacing players effectively.

Despite the off-field drama, Newcastle manager Eddie Howe anticipates a passionate display from the home support. He emphasized the importance of harnessing the crowd's energy while maintaining focus on the game plan. Anthony Gordon also expects a "wild" atmosphere.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot acknowledged the potentially daunting atmosphere at St James' Park, responding to a question about it by saying: “If that is even possible...". Slot stated he doesn't know if the transfer saga is what the players are thinking about.

Former Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has weighed in on the situation, acknowledging Isak's talent but also understanding the fans' frustration. He suggested that if Isak apologizes and returns to his previous form, the Newcastle fans might be willing to move on.

As the transfer deadline approaches on September 1, the Alexander Isak saga continues to unfold, with Newcastle fans determined to make their voices heard.