According to **transfer insider Jan Aage Fjørtoft**, Newcastle have accepted a fee in the region of **£130 million**, paving the way for Isak to complete his dream move to Anfield.
### A Summer of Drama
Liverpool’s interest in Isak has dominated headlines all summer. The Reds had an earlier **£120m bid rejected**, with Newcastle insisting they would only sell if their valuation was met and reinforcements were secured.
That stance has now softened following Newcastle’s confirmation of **Nick Woltemade’s arrival from Stuttgart** on Saturday morning — a move which effectively gave Eddie Howe’s side the cover they needed to sanction Isak’s departure.
### Slot’s Reaction
Speaking ahead of Liverpool’s upcoming fixtures, manager **Arne Slot** responded cautiously when asked about the Isak speculation:
> “Newcastle have signed a new No.9 which is very nice for Eddie \[Howe]. Newcastle, if it’s true, are about to sign a new No.9. That’s very nice for Eddie as Anthony Gordon is suspended and Alexander Isak has not been training with the team.”
While Slot stopped short of outright confirmation, he admitted Liverpool are always ready to strengthen “if it’s the right player at the right price.” With just **days remaining in the transfer window**, it appears that moment has arrived.
### A British-Record Deal
Should the transfer be officially announced, the £130m fee would make Isak **the most expensive signing in Liverpool’s history**, surpassing Virgil van Dijk’s arrival in 2018. It would also rank as one of the **biggest deals in Premier League history**, underlining the scale of FSG’s backing and Slot’s faith in the striker.
### What Comes Next
Isak, who has been pushing for the move in recent weeks and even went on strike to force Newcastle’s hand, is now expected to undergo his medical and agree personal terms before being unveiled as Liverpool’s marquee signing of the summer.
After weeks of tension and speculation, it looks as though Liverpool have landed their man. Alexander Isak’s journey in red is about to begin.
