Newcastle coach Eddie Howe believes there are some similarities between his rising star Alexander Isak and legendary Arsenal and France striker Thierry Henry.Asked by a journalist about a likeness between Isak’s footwork and balance to Henry, Howe said: “Yes, I can, I can see the comparisons there.”Everyone is different, there are no two players that are the same, but I do think he has some of the characteristics Thierry had.”Alexander Isak vs Tottenham Spurs (H) pic.twitter.com/SpxmJ8OzNB— HR (@HR1_Media) April 23, 2023 With the Magpies pushing for European football for the first time in a decade, he has scored ten times in 16 Premier League games despite missing almost four months through injury earlier in the season.Howe, meanwhile, was keen to look to the future, perhaps hoping that comparisons with Henry might continue.Isak – Thierry Henry regen pic.twitter.com/CQk8AzamFZ— ً (@lamasia10_) April 19, 2023 “He’s certainly got the speed and a similar build and frame,” he said. “The footwork for the assist was truly remarkable, really, and I think he’s got a lot of potential to improve and get better.”But it’s been a great start for him here.”##NAJAVA_MECA_7217553##Newcastle meet Southampton on Sunday with desire to continue their winning streak, and secure the return to the Champions League after two-decade-long absence.PREMIER LEAGUE – MATCHDAY 34Saturday 14.30: (2.81) Crystal Palace (3.00) West Ham (2.85)16.00: (1.79) Brentford (3.70) Nott.Forest (5.40)16.00: (1.56) Brighton (4.30) Wolverhampton (7.00)16.00: (1.38) Newcastle (4.90) Southampton (9.50)Sunday16.00: (1.84) Man.Utd. (3.60) Aston Villa (4.60)16.00: (10.0) Fulham (6.50) Man.City (1.33)16.00: (2.81) Bournemouth (3.30) Leeds (2.75)18.30: (1.61) Liverpool (4.10) Tottenham (5.70)Monday 22.00: (2.14) Leicester (3.50) Everton (3.80)Tuesday 22.00: (1.70) Arsenal (3.80) Chelsea (5.60)***odds are subject to change***
