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Liverpool are preparing to make a major transfer move for Newcastle United's striker Alexander Isak after agreeing to sell Luis Diaz to Bayern Munich. The German club’s €75 million bid for Diaz has been accepted, which will allow Liverpool to fund a significant offer for Isak, potentially up to £150 million. This sum could force Newcastle to consider selling despite their determination to keep him, given Isak's desire to leave and join Liverpool.[1][4]

Isak, 25, has reportedly rejected a £96 million transfer offer that included a lucrative £600,000-per-week contract, indicating his ambitions may extend beyond financial terms offered by Newcastle or rival clubs. Liverpool are seen as the front-runners for his signature, particularly after the Diaz deal frees up funds for a substantial bid.[3]

Complicating the situation is a lucrative offer from Saudi club Al Hilal, who have proposed a tax-free wage of £600,000-a-week plus bonuses based on Isak’s achievements in league and continental competitions. Despite this, Isak has shunned the Al Hilal offer, enhancing Liverpool’s chances, though the Premier League club may still struggle to match the financial package completely.[2][4]

Newcastle have made progress toward securing a replacement for Isak as they brace for a formal Liverpool approach, which could happen imminently now that the Diaz transfer is close to completion. Liverpool’s priority remains signing a winger to compensate for Diaz’s departure, but Isak is their top target for the summer transfer window.[1]

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