Liverpool Not Done Yet: New Bid for Isak Incoming
Liverpool appear determined to reignite their move for Alexander Isak, despite an initial £120 million offer (including add-ons) being rejected by Newcastle United. Sources now indicate that the Merseyside club is preparing to return with an improved proposal, potentially ranging between £120 million and £130 million.
The Swedish striker remains high on Liverpool’s wishlist even after their high-profile £80 million acquisition of Hugo Ekitike. While Newcastle have yet to budge on their £150 million valuation, insiders believe that figure may be negotiable.
According to journalist Dean Jones (via TEAMtalk), Liverpool are “set to pull the trigger” on a second approach, with Newcastle “preparing” for renewed negotiations as the transfer deadline looms.
🧊 Isak’s Relationship With Newcastle on Thin Ice
Isak’s desire to leave has been clear for weeks. The 25-year-old has been training separately from the squad and has privately expressed his intention to move on. Tensions escalated earlier this summer when both Isak and Newcastle issued public statements outlining their respective stances.
Behind the scenes, the breakdown in trust seems rooted in a failed contract promise. Reports suggest Newcastle co-owners Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi had given Isak a verbal assurance—what’s been called a “soft promise”—to revisit his contract this summer with a significant pay rise. That promise never materialized.
Fallout From Broken Promises: £5 Million in Lost Wages?
The situation reportedly worsened after Staveley and Ghodoussi’s unexpected departures from the club. New sporting director Paul Mitchell opted not to pursue new terms with Isak, citing the player’s long-term contract and already high salary.
Insiders close to the striker believe this broken promise cost him an estimated £5 million in potential earnings over the past year—fueling his determination to leave. As one source noted, “He’s checked out. He checked out last summer.”
Monday Showdown: Timing Crucial in Liverpool’s Next Move
Adding intrigue to the saga, Liverpool are set to face Newcastle at St James’ Park on Monday night. Multiple reports suggest that any renewed bid for Isak will likely come after this high-stakes clash, possibly to avoid further disruption or media frenzy around the fixture.
With the Premier League transfer deadline approaching, the clock is ticking. Newcastle may be forced to act if they can secure one or two replacements for Isak before entertaining Liverpool’s latest approach.
What’s Next?
As the situation evolves, all eyes will be on how Newcastle respond to Liverpool’s persistence and whether Isak finally gets the move he’s been pushing for. If the Magpies can’t hold firm or find a suitable replacement, this transfer saga could soon reach a dramatic conclusion.
