Liverpool take strong stance on Alexander Isak moving into final days of the transfer window
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Liverpool have taken a firm stance in their pursuit of Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak amid a tense and prolonged transfer saga. Despite an initial offer of around £110 million being rejected, Liverpool are reportedly preparing an improved bid valued at approximately €160 million (£138 million) plus add-ons. The Reds, keen to secure Isak who is among the Premier League's top strikers, have set a deadline for the negotiations to be resolved by the following week after their upcoming match against Newcastle. If no agreement is reached, they plan to explore alternative options for their attack.
Isak, who has not featured for Newcastle in pre-season or the early Premier League fixtures, appears determined to force through a transfer to Liverpool, expressing his desire explicitly and refusing to consider other clubs despite speculation about alternatives like Al Hilal. This strong message was conveyed in a statement he released on social media, emphasizing his preference solely for Liverpool.
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe and the club are holding firm, valuing Isak highly as a cornerstone of their project, and are demanding a fee that reflects his potential and importance. While Liverpool remain cautious about overspending given other squad needs, they believe they have reduced the potential transfer fee by £10-15 million compared to early summer estimates. Financial expert Stefan Borson suggested that Liverpool’s final offer might be around £125 million plus various add-ons, a deal that could be concluded shortly after the Liverpool vs Newcastle match.
Complicating the situation is the broader transfer market, with linked moves such as PSG potentially selling Marco Asensio to Aston Villa and Newcastle targeting Jacob Ramsey, which could influence Newcastle’s willingness to sell Isak.
In summary, Liverpool continue their determined and strategic pursuit of Alexander Isak, balancing urgency with fiscal prudence, while Newcastle resist selling their star striker unless an exceptionally lucrative deal materializes. The transfer window’s closing timeline adds pressure on both clubs to reach a resolution soon or pivot to other transfer targets.
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