Despite claims that Liverpool have ended their pursuit of Isak, a Sky journalist offers a fresh update that suggests otherwise.
Liverpool’s interest in Alexander Isak hasn’t cooled, with the club continuing efforts behind the scenes as part of their plan to land a marquee forward this summer.
While Newcastle United remain resistant to selling their star striker, the Merseyside club are exploring their options after an initial bid was turned down.
Earlier reports suggest that Liverpool’s opening proposal — believed to be a £120 million package including add-ons — was swiftly rejected.
Newcastle are reportedly unwilling to even consider an exit until a proper replacement is identified, and as of now, that scenario remains far from certain.
The club’s stance is firm: they won’t open negotiations unless the conditions align on their terms.
Still, momentum seems to be building on Liverpool’s side. Isak has already agreed personal terms on a long-term contract until 2031, indicating his readiness to make the move.
While the clubs remain apart on valuation, the player’s desire is becoming an increasingly important part of the equation.
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Isak saga continues as Liverpool stay in the picture
Initial reports on Friday suggested that Liverpool had backed out of the race for Alexander Isak, with some sources claiming the Reds were unlikely to place an improved bid after Newcastle rejected their initial offer.
However, Sky Sports journalist Keith Downie offered a different take, stating that Liverpool are in fact preparing a second approach.
“Liverpool will come back in with an increased bid. All this nonsense that Liverpool have made their final bid — they have not made their final bid,” he said, pushing back against the narrative that the pursuit had ended.
Meanwhile, Alexander Isak is now back in the UK after undergoing solo training at Real Sociedad’s facility in Spain.
According to David Ornstein, the striker is set to rejoin Newcastle training soon, even as speculation around his future continues to build.
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