Alexander Isak Liverpool transfer saga reaches critical juncture. As the summer transfer deadline approaches, discussions regarding the future of Alexander Isak remain front-page news with Liverpool attempting to sign the Newcastle United forward turning into one of the summer’s most prolonged and well-documented stories. The Swedish international has been very clear about his wish to leave St James’ Park. A resolution remains annoyingly out of reach for all parties.
A Relationship Fractured Beyond Repair?
The things took a turn for the worse when Isak announced a bombshell last week. He accused Newcastle of “broken promises”, a claim the club was quick to deny. The fall-out of that public spat now leaves the forward in limbo, without a game for the Magpies this season. He have already missed his preseason tour and more recently their 3-2 Premier League defeat to Liverpool. Moreover, he is also training away from the first team. The club owners visited his house to try to resolve the situation. However, reports suggest Isak’s position to leave the club has not changed.
‼️EXCL: HOLD ONTO YOUR HATS #LFC
✅ Newcastle have given the green light for Isak to JOIN Liverpool! The fee has been agreed as Newcastle see it as detrimental to keep the Swedish striker at the club 🇸🇪
Expect the news to be broke tomorrow 💣💥 pic.twitter.com/c3Nl8mH9n8
— Inside Anfield (@_insideanfield) August 27, 2025
Liverpool’s Determined Pursuit Continues
Liverpool’s interest is concrete and financial. The Anfield club saw an initial bid of £110 million rejected at the beginning of August, an offer they believed was fair in the current market. Newcastle, however, is holding out for a British record fee in the region of £150 million. Recent reports suggest Liverpool are preparing a improved, massive offer worth over £130 million in an attempt to finally secure their primary target before Monday’s deadline.
🚨 Liverpool are growing in confidence that they could seal a sensational late deal for Marc Guehi, with the Reds also planning a £150M late dash as they plot an Alexander Isak move.
(Source: @MirrorFootball) pic.twitter.com/VwHeKnHeqz
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) August 28, 2025
The transfer further becomes complicated by Newcastle’s own need to secure a replacement. Newcastle has been linking with Wolves’ Jorgen Strand Larsen and Brentford’s Yoane Wissa. But have had their bids turned down. Newcastle’s hunt for a new striker is intensifying. Even Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson seems worthy as an option. It is a tricky time; Newcastle do not want to sell Isak without having someone in place to replace him.
An International Twist
In an unexpected twist, Isak has been named in the Sweden squad for World Cup qualifiers, despite not being match fit. Sweden coach Jon Dahl Tomasson said the situation is “not perfect”. But views Isak as a player who “can decide matches.” If he plays during the international break, it will be competitive football for the first time this season, truly complicating the situation.
The Stalemate Continues
With the September 1 deadline fast approaching, the saga has evolved into a tense battle of wills. Liverpool has so far maintained their interest in Isak, but is aware of the risk of overpaying, with certain club legends even arguing that a defensive reinforcement is far more pressing than a splurge on Isak. For now, Alexander Isak’s future hangs in the balance, with clearly a record moving to Merseyside still possible but still far from certain.