Alexander Isak is at the center of a huge transfer storm this summer. The Newcastle striker wants to join Liverpool, but the path to Anfield is blocked by a firm “no” from his current club. Now, reports say his camp has a bold plan to force the move, and it could cost Liverpool up to £150 million.
The striker’s desire to leave St James’ Park has grown stronger in recent weeks. Liverpool are making serious moves after agreeing to sell Darwin Nunez to Saudi side Al-Hilal. The sale, worth an initial £46 million, is expected to rise above £50 million with add-ons.
With Nunez almost gone, Liverpool are now preparing to launch a new offensive to sign Isak. They already made one offer of £110 million earlier this month, but Newcastle rejected it instantly.
Newcastle are holding tight. They have told all suitors that Isak is not for sale. But according to a new report from i, Isak’s camp has had enough, and they’re ready to apply serious pressure to change the club’s mind.
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The plan? Force Newcastle into a corner by creating internal pressure. Isak is now training away from the first-team squad. Some say this is the first sign of a standoff.
The striker’s team hopes that if the situation gets tense enough, Newcastle will “buckle” and accept Liverpool’s new offer.
But Newcastle are worried. Not just about losing Isak, but also about who could replace him. They’ve already failed to sign Hugo Ekitike, who shocked everyone by joining Liverpool. They’ve also missed out on Benjamin Šeško, who is now set to join Manchester United.
With top striker targets slipping away, Newcastle are now scrambling for options. They are looking at Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson and Brentford’s Yoane Wissa.
Newcastle rate Jackson at around £60 million, but Chelsea want at least £70 million. Brentford value Wissa far higher than the £30 million Newcastle are offering. And after selling Bryan Mbeumo, they’re in no rush to let Wissa go.
This leaves Newcastle in a tough spot. They don’t want to lose Isak. But if he’s not fully committed, or refuses to train with the main group, it could damage the team’s spirit heading into the new season.
Manager Eddie Howe made it clear he won’t tolerate poor discipline. Speaking earlier this week, he said players must “earn the right” to train with the group.
“You have to act in the right way,” Howe said. “We are Newcastle United. You can’t behave badly and expect to be treated the same.”
He didn’t confirm whether Isak would return to full training. “I’d like him to be there, but whether he will, I don’t know. People back home are dealing with that situation,” he said.
Liverpool, on the other hand, are waiting in the wings. They’re not rushing, but they know Isak wants the move. They’re prepared to offer a better deal, but only if the numbers make sense.
Sources close to Liverpool say they want a “fair market value” transfer. But with Newcastle demanding £150 million, talks won’t be easy.
Still, the signs are clear. Isak wants Liverpool. Liverpool want Isak. Newcastle are standing in the way.
This story has all the ingredients of a blockbuster saga, money, ambition, tension, and strategy.
Isak’s camp knows time is short. The transfer window is open now, but it won’t stay open forever. Every day that passes builds more pressure.
If Newcastle can’t sign a new striker, they may hold firm. But if the pressure from Isak continues, and the offers from Liverpool get bigger, they might have no choice.
The £150 million tug-of-war is real. The bold plan is in motion. And the next few weeks could decide everything.
Will Alexander Isak escape Newcastle and finally wear the red shirt of Liverpool? Or will Newcastle dig in and shut the door for good?
Football fans everywhere are watching. The drama is just beginning.
