Liverpool Table Record-Breaking £130M Bid for Alexander Isak
Liverpool have reportedly submitted a staggering £130 million offer for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, which would set a new Premier League transfer record, according to Football Insider.
Although the Merseyside club officially denies making a formal bid for the Swedish forward, insiders suggest Liverpool have expressed a strong willingness to spend big, especially after recently signing Florian Wirtz for £100 million [BBC Sport].
The reigning champions have shown long-standing interest in Isak, who has netted 62 goals in 109 appearances since joining Newcastle. Despite their Premier League success, Liverpool’s early exits from the Champions League and FA Cup left fans wanting more. Manager Arne Slot has already strengthened the squad with Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong.
Newcastle Facing a Dilemma Over Isak
Newcastle may find it tough to hold onto Isak. The 25-year-old striker has reportedly been earning less than what he could command elsewhere for the past year. Talks over a contract extension stalled over 12 months ago, with little progress since, raising concern among fans.
Manager Eddie Howe seems to be preparing for a potential departure, having seen a £70 million bid for Hugo Ekitike of Eintracht Frankfurt rejected.
Slot’s Anfield Overhaul Continues
Under new boss Arne Slot, Liverpool have been undergoing a squad revamp after Jurgen Klopp’s lengthy tenure. The addition of Isak is seen as the final piece in Slot’s puzzle, especially with Darwin Nunez and Luis Díaz struggling to consistently perform in the central striker role.
Financial expert Dan Plumley previously told Football Insider that Liverpool have the financial strength to complete a blockbuster move for Isak—and it now looks like that’s becoming reality.
Newcastle insist they don’t want to part ways with their star player, but Liverpool’s eye-watering offer might be too tempting to refuse.
