According to The Athletic, Isaac was not included in Newcastle's roster in the friendly match, but Newcastle insists it is managing playing time.

Isaac was not included in the roster of Newcastle United's friendly against the Celtics, and the club insisted that this was due to management of his playing time and had nothing to do with his future.

The 25-year-old striker has been the focus of Liverpool and has been linked to transfers throughout the summer, although Newcastle has repeatedly emphasized that Isaac is a non-sale product.

This is Newcastle's first official preseason warm-up match this season. The club said that Isaac and midfielder Jolinton were absent because their game time was being carefully controlled.

Jolinton missed the last five games of the 2024/25 season due to a knee injury, while Isaac missed the penultimate game last season due to a capricious groin injury.