Newcastle United are open to selling Alexander Isak this summer — but their steep valuation makes any deal highly complicated.

The Liverpool–Alexander Isak saga shows no signs of ending soon, with both clubs entrenched in their positions.

Negotiations over Alexander Isak’s future have reached a delicate stage, with Newcastle United standing firm in their stance this summer.

While interest from Liverpool remains, talks have been complicated by the gap between what each side considers a fair valuation.

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Alex Crook reports Liverpool’s initial bid of £110 million was not far from a figure Newcastle might eventually accept, yet the Tyneside club continue to hold out for more.

With the window ticking down, both sides are weighing whether to hold their ground or take steps toward a compromise.

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Sources close to the situation say Newcastle are determined to secure the highest possible fee for Isak, while Liverpool continue to explore whether a compromise is possible.

Lee Ryder has revealed that this stance includes a valuation of at least €150 million plus bonuses — a figure that has set the tone for all discussions so far.

Alex Crook notes that both clubs are locked in a stand-off, with Newcastle holding firm in their demands and Liverpool unwilling to stretch to that level without significant justification.

According to Ben Jacobs, Isak himself is closely monitoring developments and will only commit to a new contract or fully reintegrate into Eddie Howe’s plans if Liverpool directly inform him that a move will not happen.

As it stands, a second bid from Anfield is not expected unless there is a clear signal from Tyneside that progress can be made.

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