Shocking new twist in Alexander Isak transfer saga emerges—no one saw it coming, and it changes everything.

Liverpool have received a significant boost in their pursuit of Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak.

Fresh off winning the Premier League title in his debut season as manager, Arne Slot is showing no signs of slowing down, continuing to strengthen his squad for the upcoming campaign.

The Reds kicked off their transfer business with the signing of right-back Jeremie Frimpong to succeed Trent Alexander-Arnold, followed closely by a record-breaking deal for his former Bayer Leverkusen teammate Florian Wirtz.

Reports suggest Liverpool’s attention is now shifting to finalizing moves for Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez—expected to join soon—and Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi.

Yet the transfer activity may not end there. A recent report indicates Liverpool are ready to intensify their efforts to land Isak, their top attacking target.

Before the transfer window opened, it was widely reported that Liverpool were in the market for a new forward to replace Darwin Nunez, who is expected to depart this summer.

Although several names have been linked—such as Joao Pedro, Hugo Ekitike, and Julian Alvarez—Isak has emerged as the clear preferred option, despite the complexities and high cost of a potential deal.

With nearly £200 million already spent on Frimpong, Wirtz, and the imminent arrival of Kerkez, many assumed Liverpool wouldn’t be able to afford a move for Isak without falling afoul of financial regulations.

However, The Times now reports that Liverpool remain comfortably within Premier League financial rules and have the financial flexibility to challenge Newcastle’s stance on Isak.

Newcastle are reportedly aware of Liverpool’s position and are growing concerned that a formal bid could come as early as the start of July.

To ward off interest, the Magpies are said to be preparing a new contract offer for Isak that would raise his wages above the current £120,000 per week and make him the club’s top earner.

Currently, Bruno Guimaraes and Anthony Gordon lead Newcastle’s payroll, with Guimaraes earning around £160,000 weekly. However, Newcastle would struggle to match the kind of salary Liverpool could offer the Swedish striker, due to ongoing Profit and Sustainability Rule (PSR) constraints.