Alexander Isak’s transfer to Liverpool seems imminent, with the Reds reportedly ready to trigger a new offer for the Newcastle United striker. Here’s the latest update on the transfer saga ¹:

Transfer Interest

– Liverpool’s Pursuit: Liverpool has been actively pursuing Isak, with the player verbally agreeing to personal terms on a five-year contract. The club is willing to break the British transfer record to secure Isak’s signature.

– Newcastle’s Valuation: Newcastle values Isak at £150 million, but Liverpool believes a deal can be struck for £120-130 million. The Magpies might be open to negotiations if they can sign replacement strikers.

Potential Deal

– Transfer Fee: The transfer fee could be around £130 million, which would be a club-record signing for Liverpool. Isak’s agent has indicated that they are close to finalizing his next step, with Liverpool being the top choice.

– Contract Details: Isak is reportedly set to earn £250,000 a week at Anfield, more than double his current salary at Newcastle. The contract is expected to last until 2030 with an option to extend to 2031.

Challenges and Developments

– Isak’s Determination: Isak is determined to leave Newcastle and has informed the club that he won’t play for them again. He has even trained alone and moved out of his home in the north-east to force a transfer.

– Liverpool’s Strategy: Liverpool might include players like Joe Gomez, Jarell Quansah, Harvey Elliott, and Ben Doak in a potential player exchange deal to lower the transfer fee.

– Timeline: The transfer could be finalized soon, with some reports suggesting that Liverpool will agree to a deal with Newcastle after their Premier League match on August 25 ² ¹.