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Alexander Isak has reached a verbal agreement in principle with Liverpool for a long-term contract reportedly running until 2031. The Swedish striker, currently at Newcastle United, has expressed his strong desire to join Liverpool this summer, with personal terms reportedly agreed and no issues expected in salary negotiations, which are said to be similar to those of recent Liverpool signing Hugo Ekitiké.

Despite Isak wanting the transfer, the move remains dependent on a formal club-to-club agreement, which has not yet been reached. Liverpool are waiting for Newcastle to open talks formally, as Newcastle’s management is reportedly becoming "angry" over the situation and have instructed Isak to return to training amid the transfer saga. Newcastle value Isak highly, anticipating a transfer fee well over £100 million due to his contract length and status, complicating the negotiations.

Liverpool have been actively reinforcing their squad with significant spending this summer, including signings like Hugo Ekitiké, Florian Wirtz, Milos Kerkez, and Jeremie Frimpong, and they retain financial capability to pursue Isak.

Negotiations remain ongoing, with Liverpool's pursuit of Isak at about 60% completion according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Newcastle are simultaneously exploring options to replace Isak, targeting players such as RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Šeško and others to prepare for his potential departure.

In summary, Isak’s transfer to Liverpool is close but not finalized, hinging primarily on Newcastle’s willingness to negotiate a transfer fee and release the striker to Anfield this summer.


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