Liverpool is reportedly “confident” about signing Alexander Isak in a potential double deal worth £165 million. The Reds have been linked to the Newcastle United striker, who has been in impressive form, scoring 23 league goals last season.

Transfer Details

– Potential Fee: The transfer fee for Isak could be around £120-150 million, with Liverpool open to breaking the club’s transfer record.

– Swap Deal: Liverpool might offer players like Joe Gomez, Jarrell Quansah, Harvey Elliott, and Ben Doak in exchange for Isak, but Darwin Nunez won’t be part of the deal.

– Confidence: Liverpool’s confidence in signing Isak stems from their plans to offer a record-breaking fee and potentially include players in the deal ¹ ².

Liverpool’s Interest in Isak

– Priority Target: Isak is Liverpool’s number one priority in the summer transfer window, with Arne Slot viewing him as the “perfect” signing.

– Formal Bid: A formal bid for Isak is expected to land at Newcastle United imminently, with Liverpool having made an initial approach two weeks ago.

– Isak’s Desire: Isak has made clear his desire to move to Anfield and has asked to be left out of Newcastle’s pre-season squad to force through the move ².

Potential Impact on Liverpool

– New Striker: Signing Isak would strengthen Liverpool’s attack, potentially forming a lethal trio with Mohamed Salah and Luis Diaz.

– Title-Winning Statement: The transfer would be seen as a title-winning statement, signaling Liverpool’s serious intent to return to the summit of English football.

– High Expectations: With a price tag of nearly £100 million, the expectations for Isak’s performance would be sky-high ³.