Eddie Howe has ruled Alexander Isak out of Newcastle United's festive programme - and is targeting January for the £63million man to make an impact.
The Sweden international has been sidelined since September and despite Howe stating before the World Cup he hoped to bring him back during the trip to Saudi Arabia, Isak's return remains a cautious one. For now the Toon head coach must plan for Leicester City and Leeds United without the ex-La Liga star.
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