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 | Alexander Isak appears to train alone at Newcastle, as 'huge wage demands are revealed' to sign new contract amid Liverpool interest |
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## Alexander Isak’s Contract Demands and Newcastle’s Dilemma
Alexander Isak, Newcastle United’s star striker, is reportedly demanding a new contract worth £300,000 per week to commit his future to the club amid strong transfer interest from Liverpool and Al-Hilal[1][2][5]. This figure would shatter Newcastle’s existing wage structure and exceed the salaries of any current player at St James’ Park[2][4]. Isak, who has three years remaining on his current deal, is said to want a pay rise reflecting his status as one of the Premier League’s top forwards after netting 23 goals last season, including a crucial strike in the Carabao Cup final victory[1][2].
Liverpool have been heavily linked with a move for Isak, with manager Arne Slot reportedly seeing him as a dream signing. The Reds were prepared to offer a Premier League record transfer fee (over £120 million), but Newcastle have been reluctant to sell their key asset[1]. Meanwhile, Al-Hilal, eager to bolster their squad under Saudi Pro League ambitions, are also seriously interested and reportedly ready to break salary records to lure him away[1][2].
## Newcastle’s Stance and Transfer Strategy
Despite the contract impasse, sources confirm that Newcastle remain adamant Isak will not be sold this summer[4]. The club is keen to retain their top scorer and continue building around him, especially after the departure of Callum Wilson. Instead, they are actively seeking to sign another striker as support—possibly Brentford’s Yoane Wissa—to either partner Isak or provide depth in attack[4].
Isak’s agent, Gonzalo Gaitan, has publicly stated that all options are being considered and that a “next step” for the player is close to being finalized, though he has not clarified whether Isak will stay at Newcastle or move elsewhere[1][2]. Isak’s absence from a recent pre-season friendly fueled speculation about his future, though this alone does not confirm an imminent departure[2].
## Financial Implications and Club Concerns
Newcastle’s dilemma is clear: meeting Isak’s wage demands would set a major precedent and could lead to wage inflation within the squad, similar to issues faced by other top clubs in recent years[2]. The Magpies must weigh the cost of losing a superstar against the financial impact of making him the club’s first £300,000-per-week player[4]. Meanwhile, Liverpool’s pursuit of alternative targets (such Hugo Ekitike for £79 million) may signal a cooling of interest in Isak, but the Saudis’ deep pockets keep the situation volatile[2].
## Conclusion
As the summer transfer window unfolds, Alexander Isak’s future remains one of the Premier League’s most closely watched stories. Newcastle must either break their wage structure to keep him, navigate his departure for a record fee, or risk unsettling their squad with ongoing uncertainty[1][2][4]. The player’s next move—and Newcastle’s response—will have significant repercussions for the club’s ambitions and financial health moving forward. PP
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