Liverpool aren’t wasting any time in the transfer market this summer. After making serious progress in their pursuit of Florian Wirtz, the Merseyside giants are now turning their attention toward another major name — Newcastle striker Alexander Isak.
The Swedish forward, fresh off a strong season in black and white, is now firmly on the Reds’ radar (reports backed by Goal).
Isak scored 27 goals across all competitions and helped Newcastle land the Carabao Cup while sealing a Champions League spot. That kind of form tends to turn heads — and Liverpool’s head has turned.
Manager Arne Slot, fresh off guiding Liverpool to a Premier League title in his first season, seems keen to keep the pressure on.
The plan? Add real firepower to a squad that already looks sharp. Isak, it seems, has made the shortlist — right at the top.
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Liverpool keen on signing Isak?
With Wirtz expected to arrive from Bayer Leverkusen in a deal worth around £127 million, the next goal — is to bring in a proven striker.
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Liverpool verbally agree deal in principle with Bayer Leverkusen for package reaching €150m add-ons included.
Player side already agreed two weeks ago with move now imminent.
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Liverpool are reportedly prepared to offer up to £101 million for Isak if contract talks with Newcastle don’t move forward.
The Magpies want him to stay, and for good reason. Isak is under contract until 2028, and the club is back in the Champions League — a tempting reason for any player to stick around. But Liverpool are monitoring the situation closely, ready to make a move if talks stall.
Former Arsenal defender Nigel Winterburn doesn’t see the Swede leaving just yet. “Why would you want to leave?” he said. “Newcastle have a huge fanbase… they’re on an upward trajectory.”
That may be true, but if Isak’s next step is to challenge for trophies every season, Anfield may be calling louder than St. James’ Park.
Whether Newcastle’s price tag scares off Liverpool remains to be seen. But one thing is certain — this transfer saga has only just kicked off.
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