Liverpool FC are advancing several late transfer moves, primarily focusing on securing striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United and defender Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace, amid a complex transfer landscape.

Regarding Alexander Isak, Liverpool have been negotiating a deal reportedly worth around €29 million for an exchange that hinges on multiple transfers. After Liverpool's initial £110 million bid was rejected by Newcastle, patience and strategic maneuvers led to a breakthrough. The sale of young winger Ben Doak to Bournemouth for around £25 million has set off a chain reaction enabling other clubs to make corresponding sales and purchases, thereby facilitating Isak’s move to Anfield.

Isak himself has been pushing for a transfer after becoming disillusioned with Newcastle's ambitions. He has refused to play for Newcastle this season, having moved out of his home and expressed a desire to join Liverpool, with personal terms already agreed. Newcastle is now expected to reconsider their valuation, with Liverpool preparing a new bid around £120-130 million, although Newcastle is holding out for £150 million.

David Ornstein suggested that the deal might be finalized after Liverpool and Newcastle meet in the Premier League on August 25, 2025. Meanwhile, Liverpool manager Arne Slot confirmed the club's intent to add a new centre-forward alongside signing defender Marc Guehi. The club also completed the signing of promising 18-year-old centre-back Giovanni Leoni from Parma.

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These moves illustrate Liverpool’s active late-summer recruitment drive as they seek to reinforce key squad positions following a busy transfer window, with Isak’s arrival particularly significant due to its scale and impact on the club’s attack.


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