Newcastle United's ownership hinders Alexsander Isak's departure from Liverpool, according to media reports.
Newcastle United's Swedish striker, Alexander Isak, has been the subject of intense transfer speculation, with Liverpool expressing an interest earlier this month. However, the Magpies' management has been steadfast in their decision to hold onto the player, valuing him at around £150 million.
According to reports, there have been "top-level talks" inside Newcastle United involving manager Eddie Howe regarding Isak's future at the club. Despite Isak's initial refusal to join Newcastle's pre-season tour and training alone at his former club Real Sociedad, signaling his desire to leave, he has since returned to Newcastle's training ground and resumed training with the team.
Despite Liverpool's opening offer of £110 million plus add-ons for Isak, Newcastle rejected the bid, citing their high valuation of the player. The club's stance is that they will only consider negotiating if a suitable replacement is secured. In this regard, Newcastle United were considering Hugo Ekitike as a potential replacement for Isak. However, it appears that Liverpool has signed Ekitike instead of Isak.
Liverpool might attempt a higher bid exceeding the British transfer record (£120 million+), but Newcastle has so far strongly held their valuation of Isak at £150 million. If a suitable replacement is found and a transfer fee that meets their valuation is offered, Isak's departure is possible during this summer window.
However, an unsettled season for Isak could prove costly for Newcastle United if they are forced to sell him a year later. The club's owners have blocked Isak's proposed move to Liverpool this summer, a decision that could potentially unsettle Isak heading into the new season.
It is worth noting that Newcastle United do not have any Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) concerns at present, so they do not need to sell Alexander Isak. Eddie Howe has expressed a desire for Isak to remain at Newcastle United and play again next season.
Transfermarkt values Alexander Isak at €120m, but Newcastle believes that the player's worth is much higher. Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal showed interest in Alexander Isak, but he was only seriously considering a move to Liverpool.
In conclusion, despite the owners' decision to reject Liverpool's first bid and hold firm, Isak’s exit is not impossible but contingent on a follow-up offer meeting Newcastle’s demands and the club signing a replacement striker. The saga surrounding Isak's future at Newcastle United continues to unfold.
[1] Newcastle United Reject Liverpool's £110m Offer for Alexander Isak [2] Newcastle United Block Alexander Isak's Move to Liverpool Amid Transfer Saga [3] Newcastle United Consider Hugo Ekitike as Potential Replacement for Alexander Isak [4] Newcastle United Reject Liverpool's £110m Plus Offer for Alexander Isak
[1] The ongoing transfer saga surrounds Newcastle United's Swedish striker, Alexander Isak, and Liverpool's interest in him, as Newcastle has rejected a £110m offer from Liverpool.
[2] European leagues might see a shake-up, as Liverpool ispersisted in their pursuit of Isak, but Newcastle's management has been steadfast in their decision to hold onto the player, valuing him at around £150 million.
