Ben Jacobs reports that Liverpool are prepared to submit a potential club-record, megabucks offer to try and sign Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak. Despite the anticipated difficulty of the deal, Liverpool’s ambition to pursue Isak is notable, especially considering their expectation that Darwin Nunez may leave the club for £70 million or more, which could boost Liverpool’s spending power in the transfer market.

The Merseyside club’s readiness to ‘shoot for the stars’ with an audacious bid indicates a shift towards serious investment in a top-tier striker, even though Isak’s price may surpass that of former targets like Wirtz. Liverpool management is expected to have a financial ceiling they won’t exceed, with the awareness that submitting a low-ball bid risks antagonizing Newcastle and affecting future transfer dealings between the clubs.

Isak himself has reportedly indicated a willingness to explore transfer opportunities, a development that strengthens Liverpool’s hopes. However, the deal remains challenging, and Liverpool are likely considering alternatives such as Hugo Ekitike. The fact that Isak did not travel with Newcastle’s first team for their 2025 Asia Tour, reportedly due to a minor thigh injury, has added further speculation to the situation.

While Liverpool recognize the high hurdle represented by Isak’s valuation and Newcastle’s reluctance to sell cheaply, the club is determined not to shy away from a high-profile signing. As Jacobs highlights, attempting the deal aligns with the sporting philosophy of taking chances and being ambitious in the transfer market, as famously encapsulated by Michael Jordan’s quote, “you miss 100% of the shots you never take.”

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