New Alexander Isak transfer bombshell that nobody saw coming drops and it changes everything
The Newcastle United star has been heavily linked with a move to Anfield this summer.
Liverpool have been handed a MASSIVE boost in their pursuit of Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak.
Just weeks after winning the Premier League title in his first season as Liverpool manager, Arne Slot has not taken his foot of the gas as he’s been busy securing massive signings for his squad next season.
Right-back Jeremie Frimpong was Liverpool’s first signing, replacing Trent Alexander-Arnold, with former Bayer Leverkusen teammates Florian Wirtz joining in a Premier League record deal days later.
Reports have suggested that Liverpool will now focus on deals for Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez, who is expected to join in the coming days, and Crystal Palace centre back Marc Guehi.
However, it appears that Liverpool will not stop there, as a new report has revealed that they could be ready to massively step up their pursuit of top transfer target Isak.
Alexander Isak scored 26 goals and assisted six across 42 appearances in all competitions this season. (Image: Getty)
Alexander Isak scored 26 goals and assisted six across 42 appearances in all competitions this season. (Image: Getty)
Ahead of the transfer window opening earlier this month, it was well reported that Liverpool would be searching for a new striker to replace Darwin Nunez, who is expected to leave the club this summer.
Despite links to the likes of Joao Pedro, Hugo Ekitike and Julian Alvarez, Newcastle superstar Isak is evidently Liverpool’s dream signing, despite the fact that a deal is believed to be both difficult and expensive.
Having already spent close to £200m on Frimpong, Wirtz and the expected signing of Kerkez, many believed that Liverpool could no longer spend the money required to sign Isak without breaching profit and sustainability rules.
But a new report from The Times has revealed that this is not the case and, in fact, Liverpool remain well clear of breaching the Premier League regulations and have the funds to test Newcastle’s resolve.
And Newcastle are well aware of this, as the report claims that they are seriously concerned that Liverpool could submit an offer for their star striker as early as the beginning of July.
Newcastle United star Alexander Isak has been linked with Liverpool for several months. (Image: Getty)
Newcastle United star Alexander Isak has been linked with Liverpool for several months. (Image: Getty)
In anticipation of this, the Magpies are reportedly willing to begin talks for a new contract that would see him earn beyond the £120,000 weekly salary included in his current deal and make him the biggest earner at the club.
As it stands, the likes of Bruno Guimaraes and Anthony Gordon top the list of Newcastle United’s earners, with the Brazilian midfielder taking home £160,000 per week.
However, any offer from the Magpies would not be able to rival the salary that Liverpool could give the Swedish international, with Newcastle still constrained by PSR.
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Topics: Liverpool, Alexander Isak, Newcastle United, Transfer News, Football, Premier League, Arne Slot
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Liverpool involved in stunning ‘three-player swap deal’ to sign Alexander Isak alternative
Liverpool involved in ‘three-player swap deal’ to sign Alexander Isak alternative that would officially win the transfer windowLiverpool involved in ‘three-player swap deal’ to sign Alexander Isak alternative that would officially win the transfer window
Updated 17:11 22 Jun 2025 GMT+1Published 17:08 22 Jun 2025 GMT+1
Liverpool involved in ‘three-player swap deal’ to sign Alexander Isak alternative that would officially win the transfer window
Liverpool could offload two players for a star forward.
Liverpool have been linked with a ‘three-player swap deal’ to sign an Alexander Isak alternative, according to stunning reports.
Liverpool have already been busy this summer, having snapped up Bayer Leverkusen duo Jeremie Frimpong and Florian Wirtz.
Frimpong commanded a transfer fee of £29.5 million while Wirtz cost a club-record £116 million.
Arne Slot, who delivered the Premier League title in his debut season at the club, is eager to recruit more talent ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.
A new No.9 is thought to be on Liverpool and Slot’s radar, with several names linked with a move.
Isak’s name has been mooted following his prolific spell with Newcastle United, where he scored 23 league goals last season.
But a deal is unlikely to be reached as Newcastle are holding out for a staggering fee.
Liverpool signing Alexander Isak this summer appears unlikely. Image: Getty
Liverpool signing Alexander Isak this summer appears unlikely. Image: Getty
However, Liverpool could turn their attention to Victor Osimhen, who enjoyed a superb loan spell at Galatasaray from Napoli last season.
He bagged an impressive 37 goals across all competitions.
Osimhen has since been linked with the likes of Manchester United and Al Hilal.
And it appears Liverpool are also keeping tabs on his situation.
Federico Chiesa and Darwin Nunez could be involved in a swap deal for Victor Osimhen. Image: Getty
Federico Chiesa and Darwin Nunez could be involved in a swap deal for Victor Osimhen. Image: Getty
What’s more, Liverpool could offer Napoli not one but two players in exchange for Osimhen.
That’s according to Italian journalist Valter de Maggio, who claims Federico Chiesa and Darwin Nunez could be used as makeweight in a potential deal to sign Osimhen.
“There is a market connection between Napoli and Liverpool. The English club wants Osimhen and Napoli, from this point of view, do not make any discounts on the clause, therefore asking for €75million (£64/$86m) as per the contract,” said De Maggio.
“The sporting director of the Neapolitan club, Giovanni Manna, has tried to ask for information for the two Reds forwards, namely Darwin Nunez and former Juventus player Federico Chiesa.”
He added: “Liverpool would have opened up to Napoli by proposing an equal exchange between the players involved in this operation.
“Aurelio De Laurentiis, however, has other ideas and is not listening: the president of the blue club is asking for Chiesa, Nunez and €20million (£17m/$23m) for Osimhen’s registration.”
Chiesa and Nunez have been linked with a move away from Liverpool this summer.
The Italian winger played a bit-part role last season following his switch from Juventus.
As for Nunez, he has largely failed to impress since his £85 million transfer in the summer of 2022.
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Topics: Alexander Isak, Liverpool, Victor Osimhen, Football
