Manchester City reportedly rejected Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak before they signed Erling Haaland this summer.
In the wake of Sergio Aguero's departure from the club in the summer of 2021, it was clear that City needed a striker to replace him. Gabriel Jesus was deemed surplus to requirements in the end after his move to Arsenal, as Haaland would ultimately be brought in to lead the line for Pep Guardiola's side.
However, according to the Athletic, the Blues decided against signing Isak before his move to Newcastle. It is reported that the Swede failed to convince the club that he could meed the club's demanding standards, leading them to turn to the Norwegian instead.
