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Newcastle United are preparing for a significant transfer offer from Liverpool for their striker Alexander Isak, who has made clear his desire to leave the club this summer. Isak, who has reportedly “checked out” at Newcastle months ago, was not included in the club’s pre-season Asia tour, officially missing due to a minor thigh injury but actually because of his intent to seek new opportunities. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe confirmed Isak would not participate in the tour and emphasized the club’s urgent need for attacking signings amid the uncertainty of the striker’s future.

Liverpool, fresh off a Premier League title-winning season under Arne Slot, are keen on Isak to reinforce their attacking options following likely departures of Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez. The Reds have already bolstered their squad with signings such as Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike, and are reportedly willing to make a British club-record offer for Isak. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed that Isak is very clear about wanting to join Liverpool, citing the club’s strong title-winning ambitions and financial package as key attractors.

However, Newcastle face challenges as they try to retain Isak against interest from Liverpool and a lucrative offer from Saudi club Al Hilal, which has reportedly proposed a tax-free weekly wage of £600,000 plus significant bonuses. Meeting the financial demands and the expected £120 million transfer fee presents a hurdle for Liverpool, although they remain the frontrunners for his signature.

Newcastle have struggled in the transfer market this summer, missing out on key targets like Hugo Ekitike and James Trafford, and are reportedly exploring alternative striker options such as RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko and Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson. Contract talks with Isak have stalled, partly due to his representatives demanding a weekly wage of £300,000, a figure Newcastle may find difficult to match.

With Isak’s future uncertain, and Liverpool readying a potentially record-breaking bid, Newcastle brace for a major upheaval in their attacking lineup ahead of the new season.


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