Liverpool Receive Encouraging News in Alexander Isak Pursuit as Newcastle Shift Focus to New Striker
Liverpool have been given a major boost in their chase for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, thanks to a surprising development in the transfer market.
Despite already landing high-profile signings such as Florian Wirtz for a record £116 million, along with Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez, Liverpool are still active in the transfer window. Manager Arne Slot reportedly views Isak as his ideal forward signing.
However, Liverpool aren’t alone—Manchester United and Arsenal are also on the lookout for a top striker. But United’s plans may have hit a roadblock, as Newcastle appear to have stepped in to pursue their top target, Hugo Ekitike.
Ekitike, who plays for Eintracht Frankfurt and has four years remaining on his contract, is valued at around £85 million. Initially linked to Chelsea, Arsenal, and even Liverpool, the French striker had recently emerged as a target for Manchester United. Now, Newcastle have revived their interest in him.
This unexpected twist could mean Newcastle are preparing for life after Isak—possibly hinting that he could be available in the near future. However, the report states that Newcastle might see Ekitike as a potential partner for Isak, rather than a replacement, especially after failing to sign Joao Pedro and following the departure of Callum Wilson.
Still, for Liverpool, Newcastle’s pursuit of another top forward could open the door for a move for Isak, making this a key moment to act if they wish to secure Slot’s preferred striker.
