Liverpool talks for Alexander Isak yet to resume despite reports
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Image Credits: Imago ImagesWell, that excitement didn’t last long.
Many anticipated that with the confirmation of Newcastle United finally securing a striker signing in the form of Nick Woltemade, that this would now be the weekend that Alexander Isak’s move to Liverpool was confirmed.
And that appeared to be the reality, as Jan Aage Fjortoft revealed that Alexander Isak to Liverpool was a done deal and a fee will be submitted to £130m to Newcastle United very soon.
The football world buzzed with excitement and noise, but it is important to remember the phrase – good things come to those who wait.
Craig Hope who has been vital in providing key insights throughout the Alexander Isak saga, has delivered another damning blow that will keep us waiting just that little bit longer.
His post on X reads: “As of lunchtime, talks between Liverpool and Newcastle yet to resume.”
“When they do, as is expected, Liverpool’s second offer for Alexander Isak is likely to be in the region of £120m.”
“NUFC still pushing for second striker
Wissa and Larsen not expected to play for clubs today.”
Key information at the end there, and it shows once again that there are now many parts that need to fall in to place for this move to happen.
Yoane Wissa of Brentford and Jorgen Strand Larsen of Wolves are both heavy favourites to make the move to Newcastle United this summer, and if they do, the Magpies will have more than covered the hole that Isak will leave if he was to depart.
A player who has consistently told the club his future is no longer with them and that he will not play until he gets his desired exit is bad for the dressing room and for both parties this situation needs to be resolved quickly.
To conclude, there is optimism that an offer could arrive from Liverpool over the weekend, but nothing is confirmed yet and it is a complex situation for the Reds to navigate as transfer deadline day looms.
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