​Shearer Slams “Invisible” Replacement as Newcastle Crumble at Anfield

​The fallout from Newcastle United’s 4-1 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield today has been swift and brutal, with club legend Alan Shearer leading the charge. While Anthony Gordon’s early opener gave the traveling Geordies hope, a devastating brace from Liverpool’s Hugo Ekitike turned the game into a humiliation for Eddie Howe’s side.

​Shearer, speaking on Match of the Day, turned his flamethrower toward Nick Woltemade. Despite being brought in to fill the massive void left by Alexander Isak, Shearer labeled the German’s contribution “non-existent” and “overrated” for a player with such a hefty price tag. “I’m tired of the excuses,” Shearer fumed. “At Anfield, you need leaders. Instead, he was a passenger. He’s toiling with the emotions of a fanbase that is still mourning the loss of Isak.”

​The Premier League’s record goalscorer urged the club to act before the winter window slams shut. “If he’s not up for the fight, get him out. Newcastle are chasing European football, and you can’t get there with players who go missing when the heat is on.” With Newcastle now languishing in mid-table, Shearer’s scathing words echo the growing resentment among the Newcastle faithful.