Personal terms are no longer an issue. All eyes are now on Newcastle United to respond.
The final piece of the puzzle is simple, yet significant: Will Newcastle accept the bid on the table?
Let’s be honest this is where things get complicated. From a purely footballing standpoint, it makes little sense for Newcastle to entertain offers for Isak at all. He’s not only their most prolific forward, but also one of the most technically gifted strikers in the Premier League. With a contract running until 2028, the Magpies are under no financial or contractual pressure to sell. They’re in a position of strength.
Some might argue that this is the moment Newcastle need to stand firm to show ambition, not submission. They don’t need the money, and letting a top-tier talent walk away to a direct rival like Liverpool could send the wrong message about their intent as a growing powerhouse in English football.
From a competitive perspective, it would be unthinkable to gift-wrap one of your elite players and hand him over to a club you’re striving to overtake. Even if Isak wants the move, benching him or sending him to train with the U21s until the window closes would be a more strategic move than strengthening a title rival mid-project.
In short: Newcastle must show backbone. This isn’t just about a transfer it’s about drawing a line in the sand. Isak is theirs. He should stay.
