Liverpool’s chase for Alexander Isak has gathered momentum after Sky Sports’ Keith Downie revealed Newcastle are closing in on a new forward.
The Sweden international has been Liverpool’s top target all summer, but Newcastle had resisted letting him go. That stance appears to be shifting as the Magpies pursue Stuttgart’s Nick Woltemade and Brentford’s Yoane Wissa. Downie noted that Newcastle will not move for both Woltemade and Jørgen Strand Larsen, suggesting room is opening up for Isak’s departure.
With Liverpool readying a potential record-breaking second bid, Isak could finally secure his desired switch to Anfield.
Alan Shearer has previously hailed the 24-year-old for his intelligence, sharp movement, and versatility. His signing would give Arne Slot another elite option in attack.
Should Liverpool also land Crystal Palace skipper Marc Guehi before the deadline, this transfer window could rank among the club’s finest
