A huge new update on Alexander Isak’s future may have changed everything for Liverpool’s transfer window plans.
Liverpool’s Pursuit of a Striker Takes New Twist as Isak Hopes Resurface
Since the summer transfer window opened in early June, Liverpool have made no secret of their desire to strengthen their attack with a new striker. A number of forwards have been linked with a move to Anfield, including Hugo Ekitike, Jean-Philippe Mateta, and most notably, Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak β believed to be Arne Slotβs top target.
However, hopes of landing Isak appeared slim. Newcastle have repeatedly insisted the Swedish international is not for sale, viewing him as a central figure in their long-term project. The club has remained firm, signaling to potential suitors that any approach for the 24-year-old would be rebuffed.
But just as the door seemed closed, fresh reports from two prominent transfer insiders suggest the race for Isak may not be over. According to these sources, the situation remains more fluid than previously thought, and Liverpoolβs chances β while slim β are not yet extinguished.
While Newcastle still regard Isak as untouchable, circumstances could shift depending on incoming offers and the Magpiesβ broader financial strategy. Liverpool are reportedly monitoring developments closely, ready to pounce should any opening arise.
As the transfer window progresses, the coming weeks could prove decisive. A deal for Isak remains a long shot β but in football, long shots sometimes go in.
Liverpool Ready Record Bid for Isak as Transfer Dominoes Line Up
In a major development in the transfer saga surrounding Alexander Isak, renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano has confirmed via X that Liverpool are preparing to make an official approach to Newcastle United with a record-breaking bid for the Swedish striker. The move signals the Merseyside club’s intent to land manager Arne Slot’s top attacking target ahead of the new season.
While the final decision rests with Newcastle β who have thus far maintained that Isak is not for sale β Liverpool are reportedly ready to test their resolve. According to The Athletic‘s David Ornstein, no formal bid has yet been submitted, but Liverpool are optimistic that a package in the region of Β£120 million could convince Newcastle to reconsider their stance.
Behind the scenes, Liverpool are also preparing a contingency plan. If Newcastle refuse to sell Isak, the Reds are expected to move swiftly to hijack the Magpies’ pursuit of Hugo Ekitike. The French forward is seen as a viable alternative, and Liverpoolβs interest could significantly complicate Newcastleβs efforts after Eintracht Frankfurt rejected a reported Β£70 million bid for the 22-year-old earlier this week.
These developments could also have implications for Darwin NΓΊΓ±ez. The Uruguayan forward, who has faced an inconsistent run at Anfield, has been linked with a potential move to Napoli as well as clubs in the Saudi Pro League. Should Isak arrive, NΓΊΓ±ezβs future could be pushed further into uncertainty.
With high-profile names and massive sums now in play, Liverpoolβs transfer window looks set to explode into action β and the ripples may be felt across both the Premier League and Europe.
Mark Goldbridge Offers Bold Theory on Liverpoolβs Isak Pursuit: βItβs a Power Playβ
Popular YouTuber and Manchester United fan Mark Goldbridge has weighed in on Liverpoolβs high-profile pursuit of Alexander Isak, suggesting that the Reds are playing a calculated βpower moveβ in the transfer market.
Reacting to reports that Liverpool are preparing a record bid for the Newcastle striker, Goldbridge claimed the Merseyside club is deliberately forcing Newcastle into a corner β either accept a massive offer for Isak, or risk losing out on Hugo Ekitike as well.
βLiverpool basically saying to Newcastle: weβll give you a world record bid for Isak or weβll steal Ekitike from you,β Goldbridge posted on X.
According to Goldbridge, the strategy ensures that Liverpool come away with one of their key striker targets while preventing a direct rival from strengthening their own attack with both forwards.
With both clubs reportedly chasing Ekitike as a backup option, Liverpoolβs aggressive stance could end up shaping not just their own squad β but also disrupting Newcastleβs summer plans.