How Liverpool's new Alexander Isak transfer offer to Newcastle is structured
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Liverpool is gearing up to table a new £130 million ($175.6 million) bid in its pursuit of Alexander Isak from Newcastle as the transfer window draws to a close.
The Reds have been on the hunt for the Swedish striker for several weeks, following news that he was keen to depart St.
However, their initial offer of £110 million ($148.6 million) was turned down, and they had been biding their time before making a second bid, with Newcastle standing firm.
Newcastle had insisted that Isak would not be sold, particularly as it was finding it difficult to secure new signings.
Newcastle's valuation of Isak stands at £150 million ($202.6 million) - a figure significantly higher than the £116 million ($156.7 million), including add-ons, that Liverpool shelled out to secure Florian Wirtz earlier this summer.
The Telegraph reports that Liverpool's latest bid will start at £130 million, with add-ons and bonuses potentially increasing the overall sum
Nick Woltemade is on his way to Newcastle
The proposed figure would see the Magpies receive double what they paid for Isak when they signed him from Real Sociedad in 2022.
Isak has thrived during his stint in Newcastle, transforming into one of Europe's top strikers.
He is the star player at St
James' Park, but there is an increasing acceptance that the 25-year-old, who has netted 62 goals in 109 appearances, will make the move to Liverpool.
The departure of a key player will be less of a blow for Newcastle, as it has secured the services of Stuttgart's Nick Woltemade.
The German international, who was previously on Bayern Munich's watchlist, is set to join the Magpies.
Newcastle has already had bids rejected this summer for Wolves forward Jorgen Strand Larsen and Brentford's Yoane Wissa.
The Magpies also showed interest in Benjamin Sesko before Manchester United swooped in to sign the Slovenian.
The start of the season for Newcastle has been overshadowed by speculation surrounding Isak's future.
Manager Eddie Howe left him out of the squad for the draw against Aston Villa, and he was notably absent again when Liverpool visited earlier this week.