Alexander Isak Pushes for Liverpool Move as Transfer Saga Heats Up
A quote attributed to Alexander Isak via transfer insider Fabrizio Romano has sent Liverpool fans into overdrive, with many now urging the club to seal the signing of the 25-year-old Swedish striker before the transfer window closes on September 1, 2025.
Isak reportedly described Liverpool as “the biggest club in England,” calling a move to Anfield the peak of his career ambitions. He also hinted that he should be chosen over recent Liverpool signing Hugo Ekitike, backing his claim with an impressive record of 27 goals in 42 appearances for Newcastle last season.
His pace, sharp movement, and lethal finishing have put him high on Liverpool’s wish list, especially after the £53 million sale of Darwin Nunez to Al Hilal and Luis Diaz’s imminent £65.5 million move to Bayern Munich. Despite Newcastle’s repeated contract extension offers, Isak has refused to sign, trained away from the first team, and signaled a desire to force an exit.
Romano has reported that Liverpool are readying a new bid—likely higher than their initial £110 million offer, which Newcastle rejected. However, the Magpies are holding out for around £150 million, a fee that would break the Premier League transfer record set earlier this summer by Florian Wirtz’s £125 million move to Liverpool.
Newcastle’s recent recruitment drive, including the £40 million signing of Jacob Ramsey from Aston Villa and ongoing talks for Brentford’s Yoane Wissa, suggests they may be preparing for life without Isak. Manager Eddie Howe has stressed the need for total commitment from his squad and hinted at tensions with the forward, who also missed the club’s pre-season tour.
Liverpool, reigning Premier League champions under Arne Slot, are seeking to reinforce their attack for another title push. With Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk still central to their plans, adding Isak alongside Wirtz and Ekitike would be a major statement of intent. Personal terms, reportedly worth £300,000 per week, are already believed to be agreed.
For now, Newcastle hold the cards—but Isak’s firm stance, combined with Liverpool’s persistence, points towards a potential transfer blockbuster that could define the final weeks of the summer market.
