Liverpool has reportedly reached a breakthrough in their transfer dealings, with Alexander Isak agreeing to join the club from Newcastle United. According to Fabrizio Romano, a renowned transfer expert, Isak has verbally agreed to a five-year contract with Liverpool, worth £250,000 per week.

Transfer Details

– Contract Agreement: Isak has agreed to a five-year deal with Liverpool, running until 2030, with an option for an additional year.

– Weekly Salary: Isak’s weekly salary would be around £250,000, making him one of the highest-paid players in the Premier League.

– Transfer Fee: Newcastle United is reportedly holding out for a British record transfer fee of around £150 million ¹.

Isak’s Determination

– Forcing the Move: Isak has reportedly gone AWOL from Newcastle’s training ground to force through his exit and join Liverpool.

– Priority for Liverpool: Isak has made it clear that Liverpool is his top priority, and he is willing to do whatever it takes to make the move happen.

Liverpool’s Progress

– Record Bid: Liverpool is preparing a record bid for Isak, which could surpass their record-breaking signing of Florian Wirtz.

– Funding the Transfer: Liverpool has already taken steps to raise capital for the transfer by offloading Luis Diaz to Bayern Munich for a significant fee ¹ ².

Potential Impact

– Strengthening Liverpool’s Attack: Signing Isak would significantly strengthen Liverpool’s attack, providing Arne Slot with a top-class striker.

– Competition for Places: The arrival of Isak could create competition for places in the team, potentially pushing other players to perform better.

With both Liverpool and Isak keen on the transfer, it ultimately comes down to what Newcastle United will settle on. According to Romano, there is a 60% chance of the deal happening ¹.