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Alexander Isak suffers Liverpool transfer setback as Newcastle strategy collapses
Alexander Isak could face uncertainty past Monday’s transfer deadline with Newcastle’s push to land Jorgen Strand Larsen before the summer market shuts still encountering resistance from Wolves.
The 25-year-old Swede is eager to seal a move to Liverpool and insists he has already played his last game for Newcastle. The Magpies remain unwilling to offload their key striker after a turbulent summer window and continue working to add fresh firepower ahead of Monday’s 7pm deadline. Reports suggest they will only consider sanctioning a sale if two forwards are signed in the coming days.
Norwegian striker Strand Larsen has emerged as a prime target after a failed pursuit of Yoane Wissa from Brentford. Wolves, however, have rebuffed two bids and appear reluctant to sell, despite the player signalling his interest in switching to St James’ Park. He and his camp have indicated to Wolves chiefs that they are keen on a Champions League move, but for now he is staying put.
Wolves have been adamant he will not be leaving during this window. Strand Larsen himself has so far refused to agitate for a transfer. Boss Vitor Pereira stated on Tuesday night that he was convinced the striker would not force an exit, although he admitted that “every player has a price” in today’s market.
Fresh reports on Wednesday suggested Newcastle are readying a £60m third proposal for Strand Larsen after earlier offers were knocked back, including a £55m bid coinciding with his two-goal cameo in Wolves’ Carabao Cup triumph over West Ham.
The Midlands outfit are intent on adding attacking depth alongside Strand Larsen, who netted 14 Premier League goals in his debut campaign, rather than replacing him outright. Should he remain beyond Monday’s deadline, he is expected to be rewarded with an improved contract at Molineux.
News of another transfer setback for Newcastle will hardly be welcomed by Liverpool, who remain eager to strengthen their revamped frontline with Isak as the focal point and could lodge a second bid in the coming days.
However, there is growing recognition that Newcastle will not part ways with their top forward unless quality reinforcements arrive. Isak has not featured this season and remains adamant about leaving for Liverpool, despite conversations with club officials before Monday’s Premier League clash between the two sides.
