Liverpool’s pursuit of Alexander Isak has intensified ahead of their Premier League clash against Newcastle United on August 25, 2025, at St. James' Park. The Swedish striker, currently with Newcastle, is reportedly eager to join Liverpool. Isak’s absence from Newcastle’s pre-season tour and his individual training back at his former club, Real Sociedad, underline his unsettled status at St. James' Park.

Sky Sports reporter Keith Downie has expressed confidence that Liverpool can secure Isak’s signature if they submit a record-breaking bid. Newcastle’s asking price is believed to be around £150 million, but talks suggest a deal could be reached for approximately £130-135 million, surpassing the Premier League transfer record. Downie emphasized that Newcastle may prefer to sell the player rather than keep an unsettled and potentially disruptive figure.

This transfer pursuit gains further financial clarity following Liverpool’s sale of Luis Diaz to Bayern Munich, as reported by Bayern transfer expert Christian Falk. The funds from Diaz’s departure give Liverpool additional financial flexibility expressly intended to support negotiations for Isak, underscoring the club’s intent to prioritize this signing.

While Newcastle is targeting Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesko as a replacement for Isak, Sesko is expected to join Manchester United, complicating Newcastle’s plans. This transfer dynamic adds urgency to Liverpool’s efforts to finalize the deal.

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Communications between Liverpool and Newcastle are described as progressing well, with Isak hopeful that an agreement can be reached soon. The Merseyside club’s ambition to secure Isak highlights their intent to bolster their attacking options early in the transfer window.


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