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Alexander Isak has placed his Newcastle United future in doubt amid ongoing speculation linking him to Liverpool in the summer 2025 transfer window. The 25-year-old Swedish striker was left out of Newcastle's pre-season tour of Asia and spent time training with his former club Real Sociedad. Upon returning, he was instructed by Newcastle manager Eddie Howe to train away from the first team, highlighting a tense situation between player and club.

Newcastle rejected an initial Liverpool offer of around £110 million plus add-ons earlier in August, valuing Isak at approximately £150 million. The Magpies' hierarchy have reportedly communicated to Isak that unless a significantly improved bid arrives, he will be expected to continue training with Newcastle, thus blocking an immediate move. Isak is said to have shown little interest in prolonging his stay, intending to push for a transfer to Liverpool. Howe, however, has emphasized that Isak remains under contract until 2028, and the club has little motivation to sell below their valuation, while still leaving the door open for the striker's possible return to the squad if the situation changes.

The transfer window closes on September 1, 2025, and there is some speculation Newcastle might delay any sale until after their Premier League home match versus Liverpool on August 25 to avoid strengthening a direct rival mid-season. Newcastle is reportedly targeting other forwards to replace Isak, with names like Chelsea’s Nicholas Jackson and PSG’s Gonçalo Ramos mentioned. The overall situation remains fluid, with both clubs somewhat entrenched in negotiations as the deadline approaches.




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