Liverpool have reportedly tabled a fresh bid for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, with sources claiming the Swedish forward “will be gone” before the end of the transfer window.
According to beIN SPORTS anchor Richard Keys, the Reds’ second offer is believed to be worth around **£140 million (€162m, \$190m)**, a significant increase on their opening bid of £110m plus add-ons.
### Liverpool vs Newcastle Standoff
* Newcastle turned down Liverpool’s first approach, with the Magpies valuing their star man at **£150m (€173.8m, \$203.3m)**.
* Isak has already **agreed personal terms with Liverpool** and is currently refusing to train with Eddie Howe’s squad.
* Reports further suggest the 25-year-old has even **moved out of his Newcastle residence**, signalling how advanced the situation has become.
Fraser Fletcher of *TEAMtalk* first revealed on July 24 that Isak had made clear his wish to join Liverpool, a stance that has only intensified as the saga drags on.
### Madrid in the Mix?
Richard Keys also claimed that Real Madrid are monitoring the situation, though Spanish sources indicate Los Blancos have **no intention of signing a striker this summer**. With Gonzalo García extending his contract and Endrick handed the famous No.9 shirt, Madrid appear satisfied with their current forward line.
### Howe’s Response
Eddie Howe has publicly acknowledged Liverpool’s first bid but refused to confirm reports of a second offer. Speaking after Newcastle’s goalless draw with Aston Villa, Howe stressed the need for clarity:
> “Nothing has changed. The door remains open. He must decide what he wants. We would like a resolution because distractions don’t help. My focus is on the team.”
Newcastle supporters, however, vented their frustration, branding Isak “greedy” after he missed the season opener at Villa Park.
### The Clock Is Ticking
With less than two weeks left in the transfer window, Liverpool remain determined to land Isak as the marquee replacement for Darwin Núñez, who departed for Al-Hilal earlier this summer.
Whether Newcastle hold firm or cave under pressure could define the closing stages of the transfer market.
