Alexander Isak, the talented striker for Newcastle United, has reportedly rejected a contract proposal from the club, which has placed Liverpool and Arsenal on “red alert.”
The Swedish international has been in stellar form this season, playing a key role in Newcastle’s success, including their Carabao Cup victory and a strong push for Champions League qualification. Isak has scored 23 goals and contributed five assists in 33 appearances across all competitions.
With several top Premier League and European clubs looking to sign a new striker this summer, Isak has become a highly coveted target.
There were already rumors of a potential exit for the striker last summer, but Newcastle opted to sell Yankuba Minteh and Elliot Anderson instead. This has allowed them to strengthen their position for negotiations ahead of this summer’s transfer window.
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Liverpool and Arsenal eyeing Isak for summer
Isak’s contract runs until 2028. Reports suggest he could cost over £100m this summer, making him a pricey but valuable option. Newcastle are eager for Isak to sign a new deal, but his refusal to accept their initial offer has led the club to pause negotiations.
This has increased interest from Liverpool and Arsenal. Both clubs are expected to prioritize signing a striker in the upcoming transfer window. According to CaughtOffside, Isak’s hesitation has both clubs on “red alert.”
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Isak’s future remains uncertain, and Newcastle are reassessing their approach with growing interest from both Premier League clubs
Arsenal are in urgent need of a striker capable of scoring 25-30 goals per season. Meanwhile, Liverpool may also look to make changes, particularly with Mohamed Salah’s contract nearing its end.
In the meantime, Newcastle are reportedly eyeing potential replacements, including Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon. There is also interest in Sandro Tonali. However, keeping Isak remains Newcastle’s top priority, and fans will hope contract talks resume soon with a positive outcome.
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