Liverpool are reportedly interested in improving their attacking unit by signing Alexander Isak from Newcastle United.
According to a report by Give Me Sport, Liverpool are prepared to shatter the British transfer record to sign 25-year-old Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak. The Reds have already agreed to pay a club-record fee for Florian Wirtz, and it seems that they are not done yet.
They are looking to bring in a quality striker this summer. The Swedish international is undoubtedly the best striker in the Premier League right now, and he was outstanding for Newcastle last season. Pursuing him could prove to be a wise decision for Liverpool. It remains to be seen whether they can get the deal done.
Newcastle United will not want to lose the player this summer. The Swede is an indispensable asset for them. They will want to fight for trophies next season and secure UEFA Champions League qualification against. So, the Magpies must hold onto their best players. Isak was crucial to their EFL Cup win last season as well.
The 25-year-old helped them secure Champions League qualification as well. His departure will be a devastating blow for the club. However, Liverpool are prepared to pay a substantial amount of money, and that could play a key role in convincing Newcastle United to sell the player. It remains to be seen how the situation develops.
Will Newcastle United sanction his departure?
Selling the Swedish international for a British transfer record fee will allow Newcastle United to rebuild the squad and improve multiple areas of the pitch. The Tyneside outfit are already under pressure due to the PSR regulations, and selling the 25-year-old will help balance the books as well.
There have been rumours that Isak could sign a new contract with Newcastle United, and that seems quite unlikely at this stage. He will certainly be attracted to the idea of playing for the Premier League champions.
If the interest from Liverpool is concrete, the player could have his head turned this summer. It will be interesting to see if he decides to force an exit from Newcastle in the coming weeks. That would certainly make it easier for Liverpool to negotiate a more reasonable deal.