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Alexander Isak made a last-minute transfer U-turn involving Real Madrid as Liverpool continue to pursue the Swedish striker before the summer transfer window closes.

Earlier in the transfer saga, Isak was deemed eager to join Liverpool, with the Premier League club verbally agreeing personal terms with him, though Newcastle valued him highly at around £150 million. Liverpool's initial bid of £110 million plus add-ons was rejected, but they are reportedly willing to increase their offer to somewhere between £120 million and £130 million. Newcastle, meanwhile, have held firm on one condition: Isak must either sign a new contract or be sold, with no middle ground.

Newcastle's stance was complicated by their failure to sign their preferred replacement, Benjamin Šeško, who chose Manchester United instead, making the prospect of selling Isak more uncertain. Despite this, insiders report that Isak has no intention of signing a new contract with Newcastle, aiming to force a move away from the club.

In an unexpected twist, there was a potential last-minute reconsideration involving Real Madrid in Isak’s transfer plans. However, Liverpool remain the frontrunners in securing his signature.

Given around three weeks left in the transfer window and Liverpool's urgency with the Premier League season starting soon, a deal looks possible if Newcastle decide to accept Liverpool's increased bid. Isak's desire to move to Liverpool and refusal to commit to Newcastle’s contract extension keeps interest high, with debates continuing over whether Newcastle will concede to Liverpool’s terms or insist on retaining the player.

This evolving situation underscores Liverpool's ambition to break their transfer record, potentially making Isak their biggest signing, and it highlights the strategic tussle between clubs regarding top talents in the current market.


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