Exclusive: Liverpool submit British transfer record bid offer for Alexander Isak as Newcastle relax sale stance
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Liverpool have been significantly boosted in their pursuit of Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak as Newcastle move closer to signing a replacement forward.
Throughout the summer transfer window, Liverpool have shown strong interest in Isak, with the Sweden international even going on strike to force a transfer. However, Newcastle has maintained that Isak will only be sold if they sign at least one new striker to replace him.
Newcastle has been targeting a replacement from within the Premier League, pursuing players like Brentford’s Yoane Wissa and Wolves’ Jorgen Strand Larsen. Despite making bids—such as a reportedly rejected £55 million offer for Strand Larsen—Newcastle has not yet secured a signing.
Recently, reports indicate that Newcastle are closing in on a deal with German club Stuttgart for 23-year-old striker Nick Woltemade, who scored 17 goals in 33 appearances last season. Woltemade’s imminent arrival could satisfy Newcastle’s conditions for letting Isak leave.
Meanwhile, Isak has not played for Newcastle this season amid ongoing transfer speculations. He publicly expressed lost trust with the club over broken promises related to his transfer. Newcastle’s management and ownership have attempted to resolve the situation, but the player's future remains uncertain.
Liverpool’s initial bid, reportedly around £110 million, for Isak was rejected by Newcastle, which had set a higher asking price. Despite this, Liverpool continue to monitor the situation and may submit further bids if Newcastle secures a replacement striker.
Newcastle's head coach, Eddie Howe, stated he is not directly involved in transfer talks and is focused on managing players committed to the club. The transfer saga remains a prominent storyline as the summer window nears its close.
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