Barcelona Pulls Back from Isak Deal Due to €150 Million Demand
Barcelona’s interest in signing Alexander Isak has cooled after Newcastle United set a steep €150 million price tag for the striker. The Swedish international had been viewed as a potential replacement for Robert Lewandowski, but the financial demands are too high for the Catalan club.
Newcastle, benefiting from a strong financial position, is not under pressure to sell Isak, who has scored 62 goals in 100 games. This stance leaves Barcelona with minimal bargaining power. The club’s financial limitations, worsened by La Liga’s strict salary regulations, make such a large investment unfeasible.
As a result, Barcelona is now considering less expensive options. Luis Díaz from Liverpool has surfaced as a possible target, and the club is examining the possibility of loan arrangements or staggered payments. They are also keeping tabs on Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao, whose release clause is more affordable.
While the long-term goal remains acquiring a top-tier forward, the club’s current strategy prioritizes financially viable signings. The Isak situation highlights the widening economic gap between the Premier League and other European leagues.
For now, Newcastle seems secure in retaining Isak, while Barcelona must tread carefully in the transfer market, balancing competitiveness with financial responsibility.
