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Matty Hewitt

Newcastle United's Alexander Isak backed to succeed Zlatan Ibrahimovic

Former Manchester City and England boss Sven-Goran Eriksson believes Alexander Isak will be the next Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The striker became Newcastle United's record signing back in the summer and made an impressive start to life on Tyneside.

The Swedish striker scored two goals in three appearances before picking up a hamstring injury on international duty with his country. It came as a major setback to the Magpies, who were nursing Callum Wilson back to fitness at the time.

However, after a lengthy spell on the sidelines, Isak returned to full training ahead of Newcastle's FA Cup clash with Sheffield Wednesday. It's unclear whether the 23-year-old will be involved in the tie with Eddie Howe keeping his cards close to his chest.

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