Liverpool's Advance for Alexander Isak: Newcastle United Should Hold Their Ground
In the ongoing summer transfer window, Liverpool has expressed interest in Newcastle United's Swedish forward, Alexander Isak, as they look to secure a new No.9. However, Newcastle remains resolute in their decision to keep Isak, who has been instrumental in their recent successes.
Liverpool is reportedly preparing a record-breaking offer for Isak, with a potential value of £120 million to £130 million, according to sources such as Fabrizio Romano. Despite ongoing contract talks with Newcastle aimed at securing his long-term future, Isak himself has not closed the door on a move to Liverpool.
Meanwhile, Newcastle is also pursuing a deal to sign Eintracht Frankfurt forward Hugo Ekitike. While Liverpool has been linked with Ekitike, they appear to be unconvinced by the 23-year-old. Newcastle plans to increase their offer for Ekitike in the coming days, showing strategic intent to strengthen their attacking options without losing Isak.
Isak, who has scored 62 goals in 102 appearances, is arguably the best striker in Europe, according to some reports. Contractually, he is protected by a three-year deal with Newcastle until 2027, giving the club leverage to resist Liverpool's advances. However, the player's openness to the move could influence future developments.
Newcastle's squad, currently preparing for a Champions League campaign, would take a significant blow in both numbers and morale if Isak is sold. The Magpies are also in the market for a striker to replace Callum Wilson, who has left the club. If a new contract for Isak cannot be agreed upon, then signing Wilson's replacement now and adapting to a likely exit next summer seems to be the next best thing for Newcastle.
Liverpool has not yet made a bid for Hugo Ekitike, but they have shown interest in the young forward. Newcastle United has made three attempts to sign Ekitike in the last four years, with the latest bid being rejected at a club-record £70m.
Yasir Al-Rumayyan, the Governor of the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund and Newcastle chairman, has made it clear that Isak is not to be sold. This firm stance, combined with Isak's contractual obligations and his apparent openness to a move to Liverpool, suggests that negotiations between the two clubs may intensify in the coming days.
In the meantime, Newcastle's plan is to pair Ekitike and Isak, with a potential succession plan if Isak leaves in a year or so. The Magpies are hoping that this dynamic duo will help them maintain their current form and challenge for major honours in the upcoming season.
In the European leagues, Liverpool continues to pursue Newcastle United's Swedish forward, Alexander Isak, who has been linked with a move worth £120 million to £130 million, despite his ongoing contract discussions with Newcastle. Meanwhile, Newcastle is also trying to bring in Eintracht Frankfurt forward Hugo Ekitike, with Liverpool showing interest but appearing unconvinced by the young forward. Isak, currently a key player for Newcastle, is considered by some as one of the best strikers in Europe, while Ekitike, who has been a target for Newcastle for four years, could potentially be paired with him if negotiations with Isak prove unsuccessful.
