Alexander Isak should be blocked from representing Sweden in the international break after refusing to play for Newcastle.

That's the opinion of talkSPORT's Andy Townsend , who has reacted to the news that Isak had been called up by his country.

The striker will be part of the Swedish squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Slovenia and Kosovo.

His inclusion comes despite his decision to refuse to play for Newcastle amid his ongoing transfer saga .

Isak wants to leave the Magpies this summer and has taken the stance that he won't feature for the club again as he looks to force an exit, with Liverpool massively interested.

The Swede has not played in either of Eddie Howe 's sides' opening Premier League games and is currently training alone.

It has mean

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