Liverpool have submitted a formal bid in the region of £110–120 million for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, but the offer has been firmly rejected by the Tyneside club. Despite the size of the bid, Newcastle are standing their ground determined not to lose their star striker unless an offer blows them away.
Behind the scenes, however, things are heating up.
Sources close to the situation reveal that Isak is actively pushing for a move to Anfield. The Swedish forward has already made his intentions clear to Newcastle’s hierarchy and, in a highly symbolic move, has begun training with his former club Real Sociedad rather than reporting for Newcastle’s pre-season tour. This move has raised eyebrows and fueled speculation that a departure could be imminent.
Newcastle’s Counter-Strategy
In a bid to hold onto their No. 1 striker, Newcastle are now working to convince Isak to stay for one more season. They’ve reportedly offered him a lucrative new contract, which would include a release clause valid for next summer, allowing him a guaranteed exit if the right bid comes in. The club is also enlisting the support of senior players and leadership figures to sway Isak’s mindset but so far, he remains adamant: he wants the Liverpool move.
Liverpool’s Position
At this point, Liverpool are not preparing a new bid. Club officials are waiting to see if Newcastle will signal any willingness to negotiate. While personal terms with Isak are believed to be straightforward and virtually agreed upon, the sticking point remains the transfer fee.
Reports suggest that Liverpool could consider increasing their offer to around £150 million, but the club is proceeding cautiously. With FSG and new head coach Arne Slot both wary of overpaying especially with financial fair play considerations they’re unwilling to escalate the bidding war unless Newcastle shows some flexibility.
Newcastle’s Contingency Plans
Newcastle, for their part, have already begun scouting replacements. Among their targets are RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Šeško and Brentford’s Yoane Wissa, as they prepare for the possibility of losing their key forward either now or in 2026.
In Summary:
Liverpool made a £110–120M bid rejected.
Isak is pushing to leave and wants Anfield.
Newcastle trying to convince him to stay with a new deal and release clause.
Liverpool won’t bid again unless Newcastle signals openness to talks.
A future £150M offer is possible but not imminent.
The standoff continues and the next move could define the outcome of this high-stakes saga.
