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Newcastle striker Isak inspiring new generation of Swedish talent

AIK striker Alexander Fesshaie admits he's inspired by Newcastle star Alexander Isak.

Isak is living up to his billing at Newcastle this season - and inspiring young players back home in Sweden.

Fesshaie, 19, scored both goals in AIK's 2-0 defeat of Hammarby on Sunday and is being likened to Isak.

He said, "Of course it's fun, but not something I think about that much.

"It is clear that Alex has inspired me, but everyone who has come before me and who has received an A contract has shown the way."

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